Description
Pineapple salad is a simple side dish that feels refreshing and bright. Sweet fruit and crisp textures make it a natural fit for summer gatherings or light meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits:
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 mango, peeled and diced
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced
- 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
Toppings and Seasonings:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh mint, chopped
Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) lime juice
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) honey
Instructions
- Dice fresh pineapple, mango, strawberries, and kiwi into uniform bite-sized cubes in a spacious mixing vessel.
- In a separate bowl, whisk lime juice, honey, and a pinch of sea salt until blended.
- Pour the citrus dressing over the fruit and gently fold everything together so each piece is lightly coated without breaking down the fruit.
- Enhance the tropical profile by generously sprinkling fragrant shredded coconut and finely chopped fresh mint leaves across the fruit mixture.
- Refrigerate the salad for approximately 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and intensify, creating a refreshing and harmonious taste experience.
Notes
- Select ripe, sweet fruits for the most intense tropical flavors and sweetest taste profile.
- Use fresh lime juice instead of bottled for a brighter, more authentic citrus punch.
- Consider swapping honey with agave nectar for a vegan-friendly alternative dressing option.
- Prep fruits just before serving to maintain crisp texture and prevent browning of delicate fruits like kiwi.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 3 mg
- Fat: 1.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg