Pacific Rim Fruit Salad
Bright, tropical, and bursting with bold flavors, this Pacific Rim Fruit Salad is a vibrant medley of exotic fruits like pineapple, mango, papaya, kiwi, and dragon fruit, all tossed together with a zesty lime-ginger dressing. Fresh mint adds a lively herbal note, while a drizzle of honey perfectly balances the tangy citrus and spicy ginger. Finished with an optional garnish of toasted coconut flakes, this refreshing fruit salad is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Ready in just 20 minutes and free of any cooking, it’s the perfect healthy dessert or side dish for summer gatherings, tropical-themed parties, or a simple weekday treat. Packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and tropical flair, this Pacific Rim Fruit Salad is as nourishing as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups (diced) pineapple
- 1 large (diced) mango
- 1 small (diced) papaya
- 2 medium (peeled and sliced) kiwi
- 1 medium (diced) dragon fruit
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh mint leaves
- 1 large (juiced) lime
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon (finely grated) fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon (optional, for garnish) toasted coconut flakes
Instructions
1. Begin by preparing all the fruits. Dice the pineapple, mango, papaya, and dragon fruit into bite-sized pieces. Peel and slice the kiwi into thin rounds.
2. Place all the prepared fruits into a large mixing bowl.
3. Chop the fresh mint leaves finely and add them to the bowl of fruits.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey, and grated ginger until thoroughly combined to make the dressing.
5. Pour the lime-ginger dressing over the fruits in the bowl and gently toss everything together to coat evenly.
6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the fruit salad for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and chill slightly.
7. Before serving, sprinkle the salad with toasted coconut flakes, if desired, for a crunchy and aromatic garnish.
8. Serve the Pacific Rim Fruit Salad chilled as a refreshing side dish or a healthy dessert.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
766 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.3 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 37 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 180.9 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.7 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 139.0 g | ||
| Protein | 10.3 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 212 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1413 mg | 30% | |
*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.
