Pecan Free Mango-Lime Fruit Salad Cups
Bright, juicy, and almost too pretty to eat, this tropical fruit salad brings together ripe mango, fresh pineapple, and sweet strawberries in the most vibrant way. The dressing is where the magic happens — a quick whisk of lime juice, lime zest, honey, and freshly grated ginger that ties every piece of fruit together with a zippy, aromatic finish. Serving it all inside hollowed-out lime cups is a clever little trick that doubles as both a vessel and a flavor booster, since the citrus shell subtly perfumes each bite. After just ten minutes of resting, the fruit turns lightly glossy and the juices meld into something that tastes far more complex than the short ingredient list suggests. There's no baking, no special equipment, and absolutely nothing to worry about in terms of hidden tree nut ingredients — every component here is straightforward, whole, and easy to verify. A scatter of torn fresh mint on top is optional but genuinely worth it for the color and the cool contrast against all that tropical sweetness. This one is perfect for warm-weather entertaining, a light dessert, or honestly just a Tuesday afternoon snack that feels a little special.
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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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