TROPICAL FRUIT WITH COCONUT-PISTACHIO CRUNCH

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Feel free to use any tropical fruits in this salad; it's not so much what you choose but how good the fruit is, so pick only the ripest and most fragrant. If you like, serve with a dollop of sour cream on the side.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup shelled unsalted pistachios (5 ounces), coarsely chopped
1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons safflower oil
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons mild honey, such as acacia
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest, plus juice for serving
Pinch of cayenne pepper
Coarse salt
2 large mangoes, peeled, pitted, and cut into 1/2-inch slices or cubed
1/2 large or 1 medium papaya, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 star fruits (carambolas), cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 bananas, cut into 1/4-inch slices
8 fresh lychees, peeled, halved, and seeded

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Toss together pistachios, coconut, oil, honey, lemon zest, cayenne, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Spread on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet and bake, stirring once, until golden brown, about 15 minutes. Let cool completely. Crunch can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days.
  • Arrange fruits on a serving platter. Sprinkle with lemon juice and a pinch of salt. Serve, with crunch on the side.

Tsakile Nxumalo
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I can't wait to make this salad again! It's the perfect dish for any occasion.


CameliaAtvaif Sealey
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This salad is so easy to make, yet it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant.


Haylie Maddox
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


Apollonia Askew
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This salad is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. The coconut-pistachio crunch adds a nice touch of sweetness, while the fruit provides a tart contrast.


SHaafii Kadiir
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I love the vibrant colors of this salad. It's so inviting and makes me want to eat it all up.


Jineva Blair
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This salad is so refreshing and light. It's the perfect way to end a summer meal.


Conrad Griffin
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I'm not usually a fan of fruit salad, but this one is a game-changer. The coconut-pistachio crunch really takes it to the next level.


Tanim
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The flavors in this salad are amazing! The sweetness of the fruit pairs perfectly with the crunchiness of the nuts and the creaminess of the coconut.


Daniel Daniels
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This salad is so easy to make! I had it ready in under 30 minutes.


Comfort Antwi
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The coconut-pistachio crunch is the perfect topping for this salad. It adds a delicious texture and flavor.


Tyger's Den
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Chiaki Nanami
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This tropical fruit salad with coconut-pistachio crunch is a delightful treat! The combination of sweet fruits, crunchy nuts, and creamy coconut is simply irresistible.