Best 6 Key West Fruit Salad Recipes

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"Key West fruit salad" is a refreshing and flavorful dish combining various tropical fruits with a sweet and tangy dressing. It is a popular choice for parties, potlucks, and brunch gatherings. The vibrant colors and exotic flavors of the fruits make it an appealing and delightful treat that can be enjoyed during any season.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

KEY WEST FRUIT SALAD



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Variety of fruits tossed with dressing of lime juice and tequila gives you a savory salad - a perfect accompaniment to your food.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 2h25m

Yield 28

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup fresh or bottled Key lime juice or regular lime juice
2 to 3 tablespoons tequila or Key lime juice
1 teaspoon grated Key lime or regular lime peel
14 cups cut-up fresh fruit (pineapple, strawberries, kiwifruit, grapes)

Steps:

  • In 1 1/2-quart saucepan, heat sugar and water to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered about 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until sugar is dissolved; remove from heat. Stir in lime juice and tequila.
  • Let lime dressing stand until room temperature. Cover and refrigerate about 2 hours or until cool.
  • Stir lime peel into dressing. In very large bowl, carefully toss fruit and dressing. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 0 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 0 g

KEY WEST FRUIT SALAD



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Make and share this Key West Fruit Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by tamasita

Categories     For Large Groups

Time 2h30m

Yield 28 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup key lime juice
1 teaspoon grated key lime zest
14 cups watermelon or 14 cups grapes
2 -3 tablespoons tequila or 2 -3 tablespoons key lime juice

Steps:

  • heat sugar and water to boiling, reduce heat, simmer uncovered abot 2 minutes,stirring constantly until sugar is dissolved.
  • remove from heat, stir in lime juice.
  • let stand at room temp, cover and chill 2 hours.
  • stir lime peel into sauce, careully toss fruit and sauce, serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 62.5, Fat 0.1, Sodium 1, Carbohydrate 16.4, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 13.5, Protein 0.5

KEY WEST CRAB SALAD



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A yummy spinach salad with an orange dressing. Tuna or shrimp can be substituted for the crab meat.

Provided by jen

Categories     Crab Salad

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups fresh spinach - rinsed, dried and torn into bite-size pieces
2 cups leaf lettuce - rinsed, dried and torn into bite-size pieces
1 cup finely shredded cabbage
2 large oranges, peeled and segmented
1 red onion, sliced in rings
2 (6 ounce) cans crabmeat
½ teaspoon orange zest
3 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon fresh chopped tarragon

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine spinach, lettuce, cabbage, oranges, and onions. Add crabmeat, and gently toss until combined. Set aside.
  • In a small jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine orange zest, orange juice, vinegar, oil and tarragon. Cover, and shake until well mixed.
  • Pour orange dressing over spinach salad, and gently toss until salad is well coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.8 calories, Carbohydrate 18.5 g, Cholesterol 74.8 mg, Fat 3.7 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 19.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 311.7 mg, Sugar 12.7 g

KEY WEST TROPICAL SALAD



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I found this delicious salad recipe in one of my cookbooks, similar to the one served in a famous restaurant, and am posting it here in request of some ladies. Enjoy.

Provided by pink cook

Categories     Tropical Fruits

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 iceberg lettuce, broken into bite-size pieces (to make 4 cups)
1 large carrot, shredded
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
6 strawberries, sliced
1/2 cup red grapes
1 cup bread cubes, toasted (or cruotons)
1 tablespoon cinnamon, ground
1/4 cup cashew nuts, coarsely broken
1/2 cup cream of coconut (Coco Lopez)
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup orange marmalade (or use less to your own taste)
4 tablespoons key lime juice (or to make 1/4 cup)

Steps:

  • In large bowl combine lettuce pieces, shredded carrot and fruits. Refrigerate until chilled.
  • In a medium bowl, mix dressing ingredients and refrigerate.
  • Before serving, add the croutons sprinkled with the ground cinnamon into the salad.
  • Add cashews pieces and serve with the dressing.

GLUTEN-FREE KEY WEST FRUIT SALAD



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This salad makes about 14 cups, so it's perfect for potlucks, open houses, graduations and showers.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 2h25m

Yield 28

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup fresh or bottled Key lime juice or regular lime juice
2 to 3 tablespoons tequila or Key lime juice
1 teaspoon grated Key lime or regular lime peel
14 cups cut-up fresh fruit (pineapple, strawberries, kiwifruit, grapes)

Steps:

  • In 1 1/2-quart saucepan, heat sugar and water to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered about 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until sugar is dissolved; remove from heat. Stir in lime juice and tequila.
  • Let lime dressing stand until room temperature. Cover and refrigerate about 2 hours or until cool.
  • Stir lime peel into dressing. In very large bowl, carefully toss fruit and dressing. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 0 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 0 g

KEY WEST-STYLE BAKED GROUPER



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You'll enjoy a taste of Key West with this citrus flavored grouper that will make you feel like you are on a romantic, tropical beach.

Provided by kim cooks

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup softened butter, plus more for baking dish
4 (8 ounce) fillets grouper
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon lemon pepper, or to taste
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
¼ cup key lime juice
¼ cup fresh orange juice
12 slices lime
8 oranges

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Lightly butter a 9x13-inch glass baking dish and set aside.
  • Season the grouper fillets with salt, lemon pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder; place into prepared baking dish. Spread about 2 tablespoons of softened butter over the top of each fillet. Pour in the lime and orange juices, then cover each fillet with 3 slices of lime and 2 slices of orange.
  • Bake in preheated oven until fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 453.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 144.2 mg, Fat 25.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 45.2 g, SaturatedFat 15.1 g, Sodium 1186.8 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe fruit. This will ensure the best flavor and texture in your salad.
  • Choose a variety of fruits. This will add color, flavor, and nutrients to your salad.
  • Cut the fruit into bite-sized pieces. This will make it easier to eat and serve.
  • Add a little citrus juice. This will help to brighten the flavors of the fruit.
  • Sweeten the salad to taste. You can use honey, sugar, or another sweetener.
  • Chill the salad before serving. This will make it more refreshing.

Conclusion:

Key West fruit salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own liking. With its vibrant colors and variety of flavors, Key West fruit salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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