Paraben Free Mango-Lime Fruit Salad Cups
Bright, juicy, and bursting with tropical flavor, this fruit salad is the kind of dish that makes people stop and stare before they even take a bite. Ripe mango, fresh pineapple, and sweet strawberries get tossed in a zingy dressing of lime juice, lime zest, grated ginger, and honey — every ingredient is whole, fresh, and completely recognizable. That matters more than it might seem, because so many packaged dressings and store-bought fruit cups sneak in synthetic preservatives that can be a real concern for anyone keeping their routine clean and simple. Here, everything comes straight from produce and your pantry, with zero mystery additives in sight. The hollowed lime halves do double duty as serving cups, adding a hit of citrus aroma and a seriously charming presentation that works just as well for a backyard gathering as it does for a weekday lunch. A quick ten-minute rest lets the flavors meld into something that tastes far more intentional than the prep time would suggest. Finish with a scatter of torn fresh mint and you have a dish that looks like it took real effort — because honestly, it kind of did, just not in a stressful way.
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4 servings
For the fruit salad
- 2 large ripe mangoes, peeled and cut into ½-inch dice
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, cut into ½-inch dice
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
For the dressing
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tbsp honey
For the cups
- 4 large limes, halved and hollowed to form cups
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Halve the 4 large limes crosswise. Use a small spoon or melon baller to scoop out the flesh and juice, leaving a clean shell at least 1/4 inch thick. Reserve the scooped lime flesh for another use or discard. Trim a thin slice from the rounded bottom of each cup so they sit flat without tipping.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the lime juice, lime zest, grated ginger, and honey until the honey is fully dissolved and the dressing is smooth.
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