Shellfish Free Mango-Lime Fruit Salad Cups
Bright, juicy, and almost too pretty to eat, these fruit salad cups bring together ripe mango, fresh pineapple, and sweet strawberries in a way that feels genuinely festive. The dressing — a quick whisk of lime juice, lime zest, honey, and freshly grated ginger — ties everything together with a little zing and warmth that elevates this well beyond a basic fruit bowl. Serving everything in hollowed-out lime shells is a clever move that doubles as both a vessel and a flavor booster, since the citrus perfume carries right into every bite. A short ten-minute rest lets the fruit soak up the dressing and get lightly glossy, which makes the whole thing taste even more cohesive. Torn fresh mint scattered on top at the end adds a cool, herbal finish that makes each cup look like it came straight from a resort brunch spread. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of any seafood or shellfish concerns, so there's zero need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden additives. Whether you're serving these at a backyard cookout or a casual dinner party, they disappear fast.
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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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