Tropical Fruit Honey Lime Salad recipe
A refreshing tropical fruit salad with honey lime dressing, loaded with juicy fruit and coconut. Perfect for summer brunches and picnics !
Ingredients
- 2 cups watermelon, cubed
- 1 mango, peeled and diced
- 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced
- 1 orange, peeled and segmented
- 1 cup pineapple, cubed
- 1/2 cup papaya, diced
- 1 banana, sliced (add just before serving)
- 1/3 cup sweetened flaked coconut
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- Optional: fresh mint, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, add the watermelon, mango, kiwi, orange, pineapple, papaya, and banana.
- Sprinkle in ¾ of the sweetened coconut and gently toss to combine, coating the fruit evenly.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey and fresh lime juice until well blended.
- Drizzle the honey-lime dressing over the fruit and toss gently to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate the tropical fruit salad for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
- Before serving, stir the salad gently, top with the remaining coconut, and garnish with mint if desired.
- Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or light dessert.
Notes
- For a plant-based version, swap honey with agave syrup.
- Add grapes, peaches, or strawberries if tropical fruits aren’t available.
- To prevent browning, add bananas last and only if serving immediately.
- This salad also makes a great topping for Greek yogurt or pancakes for a healthy breakfast twist.