Best 5 Summertime Tropical Fruit Salad Recipes
Summertime is a perfect time to enjoy a meal outside with friends and family. A tropical fruit salad is a refreshing and delicious way to end any summer get-together on a sweet note. With a seemingly endless variety of fruits to choose from, picking the right ones for your salad can feel like a daunting task. The combination of fruits should take into consideration taste, color, and texture for the most appealing presentation and a taste that keeps your guests coming back for more.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
TROPICAL FRUIT SALAD
One mouthful of this exotic fruit salad recipe with mint sugar and you can almost feel the sunshine! Refreshing, zingy and perfect for a hot summer day.
Provided by Jamie Oliver
Categories Desserts Fruit Australia day
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Trim the outside skin off the pineapple and cut out the hard core that runs down its centre. Lay it on a chopping board and cut it into chunks with a sharp knife. Place in a bowl.
- Cut the flesh of the mango off the stone and scoop out the flesh from the skin with a spoon. Place into the bowl with the pineapple. Cut the papaya in half and scoop out the black seeds inside. Scoop the fruit out of the skin in the same way as with the mango. Place into the bowl.
- Top and tail the kiwi fruit, then, sitting it on one of its flat ends, trim the furry skin off with a sharp knife. Slice the kiwi and place into the bowl. Squeeze the lime juice over your fruit.
- Take four plates and divide the fruit between them. Pick the mint leaves and pound most of them with the sugar in a pestle and mortar or a flavour shaker. Spoon a little yoghurt over the top of each plate and sprinkle over the mint sugar and the rest of the mint leaves and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 2.6 g fat, SaturatedFat 1.4 g saturated fat, Protein 4 g protein, Carbohydrate 30.9 g carbohydrate, Sugar 20.7 g sugar, Sodium 0.13 g salt, Fiber 3.6 g fibre
REFRESHING TROPICAL FRUIT SALAD
Want a family-friendly side dish? This colorful medley is kid-pleasing and a great way to encourage healthy eating. -Sharon Ricci, Spooner, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 12 servings (1 cup each).
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the bananas, pears and juices. Add the pineapple, strawberries, grapes, kiwi and mangos; stir gently to combine. Arrange star fruit over top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 3mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PERFECT SUMMER FRUIT SALAD
The perfect fruit salad for a backyard bbq or any occasion. There are never leftovers! This is one of my favorite fruit salad recipes, as I think the sauce really makes it. This salad is tastier the longer you can let it soak in its juices. I prefer 3 to 4 hours in the refrigerator before I serve it. Enjoy.
Provided by Nicole Graham Holley
Categories Salad Fruit Salad Recipes Strawberry Salad Recipes
Time 3h30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring orange juice, lemon juice, brown sugar, orange zest, and lemon zest to a boil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in vanilla extract. Set aside to cool.
- Layer the fruit in a large, clear glass bowl in this order: pineapple, strawberries, kiwi fruit, bananas, oranges, grapes, and blueberries. Pour the cooled sauce over the fruit. Cover and refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Carbohydrate 39 g, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 4.7 mg, Sugar 28.7 g
DAD'S SUMMERTIME FRUIT SALAD
My dad love to invent new things. I don't know if he made this up himself or someone told him....nevertheless, it is really wonderful. Over the years, I tweaked this to a more healthy style (he used sour cream and sugar).
Provided by Happy Harry 2
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- There should be more fruit than dressing.
- Choose any other types of fruit as they come into season.
- * Open and slice banana last to maintain its' color.
- Combine yogurt, cottage cheese, and sugar substitute.
- Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Add all fruits, nuts, and toss gently to coat.
- Do not break down the fruit.
- Chill at least 1/2 hour.
- Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.2, Fat 8.9, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 8.1, Sodium 33.7, Carbohydrate 29.2, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 20.9, Protein 23.4
CREAMY TROPICAL FRUIT SALAD
A delightful taste of the tropics, with this sweet and tart mix of fruit with a creamy yogurt topping. Great addition to summer cook outs.
Provided by memphis22
Categories Salad Fruit Salad Recipes Orange Salad Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix pineapple, oranges, papaya, mango, peach, plantains, and pomegranate seeds together in a large bowl.
- Stir lemon juice and honey together in a small bowl; pour over the fruit mixture and stir to coat. Add yogurt and gently fold fruit to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Carbohydrate 48.2 g, Cholesterol 0.3 mg, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 15.7 mg, Sugar 37.2 g
Tips:
- Choose ripe fruits: The riper the fruits, the sweeter and more flavorful your salad will be. Look for fruits that are brightly colored and have a sweet aroma.
- Use a variety of fruits: The more variety of fruits you use, the more interesting and delicious your salad will be. Some good fruits to use include pineapple, mango, papaya, watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew, grapes, and berries.
- Cut the fruits into bite-sized pieces: This will make it easier to eat the salad and will also help the flavors to blend together.
- Add some herbs or spices: Herbs and spices can add a lot of flavor to your salad. Some good options include mint, basil, cilantro, ginger, and cinnamon.
- Drizzle with a dressing: A dressing can help to tie all the flavors of the salad together. You can use a simple dressing made with olive oil and vinegar, or you can get more creative and make a dressing with yogurt, honey, or lime juice.
Conclusion:
Tropical fruit salad is a refreshing and delicious way to enjoy the flavors of summer. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. With a little creativity, you can create a tropical fruit salad that is both beautiful and delicious.
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