Hazelnut Free Tropical Fruit Salad with Lime & Ginger
Bright, juicy, and bursting with sunshine, this tropical fruit salad is the kind of dish that instantly transports you somewhere warm. Mango, pineapple, papaya, and kiwi get tossed in a zesty dressing of fresh lime juice, honey, grated ginger, and a pinch of turmeric — a combination that's simple but genuinely stunning. The short rest period is the secret weapon here, giving the fruit just enough time to release its natural juices and soak up all that citrusy warmth. Torn mint leaves add a cool, herby finish, and the optional toasted coconut flakes bring a subtle crunch that takes the whole bowl up a notch. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies or sensitivities, fruit salads can sometimes be a sneaky minefield at restaurants or pre-made from the store, where nuts get tossed in without much warning. Every single ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify, so you can serve it with total confidence at a gathering or enjoy it as a refreshing everyday treat. It's naturally vibrant, wholesome, and completely free of any hidden surprises.
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4 servings
For the salad
- 2 cups fresh mango, cut into ¾-inch cubes
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, cut into ¾-inch cubes
- 1 ½ cups fresh papaya, cut into ¾-inch cubes
- 3 kiwis, peeled and sliced into half-moons
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn
- 2 tbsp unsweetened coconut flakes, toasted (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the lime juice, lime zest, honey, grated ginger, and ground turmeric until the honey is fully dissolved and the dressing is uniform.
- 2
Add the mango, pineapple, papaya, and kiwi to the bowl and gently fold to coat all the fruit in the dressing.
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