Southwestern Fruit Salad
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and refreshing Southwestern Fruit Salad, a unique fusion of sweet, tangy, and zesty flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Bursting with juicy watermelon, tropical mango, sweet pineapple, and plump blueberries, this salad is elevated with a surprising kick of finely chopped jalapeño and a drizzle of honey-lime dressing. Fresh cilantro adds an herby flair, while optional toppings like Tajín seasoning, crumbled feta cheese, and toasted pecans provide customizable layers of flavor and texture. Perfect as a light side dish, summer snack, or eye-catching potluck addition, this colorful fruit salad comes together in just 20 minutes, delivering refreshing simplicity with a Southwestern twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups (diced) Watermelon
- 2 cups (diced) Mango
- 2 cups (diced) Pineapple
- 1 cup Blueberries
- 1 small (finely chopped, seeds removed) Jalapeño
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Cilantro
- 1 teaspoon (optional) Tajin seasoning
- 1 cup (crumbled, optional) Feta cheese
- 1 cup (toasted and roughly chopped, optional) Pecans
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced watermelon, mango, pineapple, and blueberries.
Add the finely chopped jalapeño to the bowl. Adjust the amount based on your spice preference.
In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice and honey until combined.
Pour the lime and honey dressing over the fruit mixture and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the fruit salad and mix lightly.
If using, sprinkle the Tajin seasoning over the salad for a zesty and slightly spicy kick.
Transfer the fruit salad to a serving dish and top with crumbled feta cheese and toasted pecans, if desired.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving for extra freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1852 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.1 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.2 g | 131% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 1994 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 212.5 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.8 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 162.8 g | ||
| Protein | 40.4 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 946 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 2178 mg | 46% | |
*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.
