TRINI TROPICAL FRUIT SALAD

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This salad is the recommended accompaniment to The "Trini" Burger (also posted on this site). Both recipes are in "Burger Meisters" a cookbook by Marcel Desaulniers. The recipes are attributed to Arnym Solomon.

Provided by luvinlif2k

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons fresh coconut milk
2 tablespoons malt vinegar
1 tablespoon dark rum
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/4 teaspoon seeded and minced fresh jalapeno chile
3 tablespoons peanut oil
1 medium ripe papaya, peeled,seeded,and cut into large chunks (about 2 pounds)
1 medium ripe mango, pitted,peeled,and cut into large chunks
1 medium ripe banana, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 kiwi, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick
1/2 cup toasted cashews
2 tablespoons grated fresh coconut
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a 3-quart stainless steel bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, malt vinegar, rum, lime juice, and jalapenos.
  • Continue to whisk the mixture while pouring in a slow, steady stream of the peanut oil.
  • Add the papaya, mango, banana, and kiwi to the dressing, and gently toss.
  • Portion 1 c.
  • of dressed fruits per serving, and garnish with the cashews, coconut, and cilantro.
  • Serve immediately.
  • The dressed tropical fruits may be stored covered in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
  • Hold the cashews, coconut, and cilantro separately, and garnish just before serving.
  • Try this lively fruit salad as a light first course or as a dessert served with a scoop of tropical fruit sorbet and a splash of dark rum.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392.9, Fat 21.5, SaturatedFat 5.7, Sodium 128.8, Carbohydrate 49.5, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 33, Protein 5

ASHAR SHAH
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This is a great recipe! The tropical fruits are so flavorful and the lime juice adds a nice touch of tanginess. I will definitely be making this again.


Greg Poloso
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I'm not usually a fan of fruit salad, but this one is amazing! The tropical fruits are so flavorful and the lime juice really brightens it up. I could eat this every day.


James Okallo
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful! The tropical fruits are perfectly ripe and the lime juice adds a nice touch of tanginess. I will definitely be making this again.


Maxamed
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit. I always get compliments on it when I bring it to potlucks.


Aleksanda Markova
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This is a fantastic recipe! The tropical fruits are so flavorful and the lime juice adds a nice touch of tanginess. I will definitely be making this again.


Mehrunisa Arif
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of sweet and tart fruits. I will definitely be making this again.


Alba Farez
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover tropical fruits. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat more fruit. My kids loved it!


Samiul Habib Raju
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I'm not usually a fan of fruit salad, but this one is amazing! The tropical fruits are so flavorful and the lime juice really brightens it up. I could eat this every day.


lucy mbwika
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This salad is so refreshing and delicious! The tropical fruits are perfectly ripe and the lime juice adds a nice touch of tanginess. I will definitely be making this again.


Lisa Lisa
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. I love that it's so versatile - you can use whatever tropical fruits you have on hand. I also like to add a little bit of honey for sweetness.


Sup Gup
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This is my new favorite fruit salad recipe! It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of sweet and tart fruits, and the lime juice really makes it pop.


Maiar Ahmwd
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect! The flavors were so bright and refreshing, and it was a great way to use up all the extra fruit I had. I'll definitely be making this again.


Jamie Ortiz
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This is a fantastic recipe! The tropical fruits add a wonderfully sweet and refreshing flavor, while the lime juice gives it a nice tang. I also love the addition of the mint, which adds a touch of coolness. I served this salad at a party and it was