African Fruit Salad
Experience a vibrant taste of the tropics with this refreshing African Fruit Salad—a medley of succulent pineapple, juicy mango, sweet papaya, creamy bananas, and zesty oranges, all brought together with a drizzle of tangy lemon juice and natural honey. Topped with finely chopped fresh mint leaves, this no-cook recipe delivers a perfect balance of sweetness, citrusy tang, and herbal freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this colorful dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a vitamin-packed snack or dessert. Serve it chilled for an irresistibly cooling treat that's perfect for summer gatherings, brunches, or as a light and healthy treat any time of year!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole Pineapple
- 2 whole Mango
- 1 whole Papaya
- 3 whole Bananas
- 2 whole Oranges
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
Peel and core the pineapple, then chop it into bite-sized cubes. Place the pieces into a large bowl.
Peel the mangoes, remove the pits, and dice the flesh. Add the diced mangoes to the bowl with the pineapple.
Cut the papaya in half, scoop out the seeds, and remove the skin. Chop the papaya into cubes and add to the fruit mixture.
Peel the bananas and slice them into thin rounds. Add the banana slices to the fruit salad.
Peel the oranges, removing any pith, and cut them into small segments. Gently mix the orange segments into the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and honey until well combined.
Drizzle the lemon-honey mixture over the fruits and toss gently to coat all the pieces evenly.
Chop the fresh mint leaves finely and sprinkle them over the fruit salad for a burst of freshness.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes before serving for a cooler, more refreshing experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
311 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 22 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.6 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.3 g | ||
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 95 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 1001 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
