Paleo Tropical Fruit Salad with Lime & Ginger
Bright, juicy, and bursting with color, this tropical fruit salad is the kind of dish that makes you feel like you're eating somewhere warm and sunny no matter where you actually are. Mango, pineapple, papaya, and kiwi come together in a bowl that's as visually stunning as it is delicious. The real magic is in the dressing — fresh lime juice and zest, honey, grated ginger, and a pinch of turmeric create something that's tangy, floral, and just a little exotic. Everything in this recipe is naturally whole and unprocessed, which is exactly what makes it such an effortless fit for anyone eating grain-free and refined-sugar-free. A short rest lets the fruit release its juices and soak up all that citrusy warmth, so the flavors deepen beautifully before you even take a bite. Torn fresh mint and optional toasted coconut flakes on top add an herby brightness and a satisfying little crunch to finish. It works as a light dessert, a vibrant side, or honestly just a bowl you eat standing at the counter because you can't wait any longer.
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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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