Hawaiian Fruit Salad with Banana Dressing
Dive into a tropical paradise with this vibrant Hawaiian Fruit Salad with Banana Dressing! Overflowing with juicy pineapple, sweet mango, creamy papaya, tangy kiwi, and luscious strawberries, this fresh fruit medley is topped with a luxurious banana dressing made from ripe bananas, silky coconut milk, honey, and a splash of lime juice. This no-cook, 20-minute recipe offers a perfect balance of natural sweetness and zesty freshness, with an optional mint garnish for an extra pop of flavor. Ideal as a refreshing appetizer, side dish, or healthy dessert, this Hawaiian-inspired fruit salad is a tantalizing way to celebrate the beauty of tropical fruits. Serve it chilled for the ultimate island-inspired delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups (diced) Pineapple
- 1 cup (diced) Mango
- 1 cup (diced) Papaya
- 2 whole (sliced) Kiwi
- 1 cup (quartered) Strawberries
- 2 whole (ripe) Banana
- 0.5 cup Coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons (optional, for garnish) Chopped mint leaves
Instructions
1. Prepare the fruit by dicing the fresh pineapple, mango, and papaya into bite-sized pieces. Slice the kiwi into thin rounds and quarter the strawberries. Place all prepared fruit into a large mixing bowl.
2. To make the banana dressing, peel the ripe bananas and place them in a blender or food processor.
3. Add coconut milk, honey, and lime juice to the blender with the bananas. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust sweetness to taste by adding more honey if necessary.
4. Pour the banana dressing over the mixed tropical fruits in the bowl.
5. Gently toss the fruit salad to ensure the dressing coats all the fruit evenly.
6. Transfer the fruit salad to a serving plate or bowl. Garnish with chopped mint leaves for added freshness, if desired.
7. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
895 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.9 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 54 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 221.9 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.9 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 170.6 g | ||
| Protein | 9.3 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 214 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 2015 mg | 43% | |
*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.
