Pineapple-Coconut Fruit Salad with Lime Zest

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A refreshing tropical salad featuring sweet pineapple, creamy coconut, and bright lime zest for a perfect palate cleanser. This Brazilian recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs fresh pineapple, fresh coconut meat, mango for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 160 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Serves 4 Brazilian cuisine 160 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cut 1 cup fresh pineapple into 1/2-inch cubes. Remove skin and pit from 1/2 cup fresh mango, then dice into 1/2-inch cubes.
  2. Step 2: Grate 1 teaspoon lime zest into a bowl, then squeeze 1 tablespoon lime juice. Add 1 tablespoon honey and stir until dissolved.
  3. Step 3: Combine pineapple, mango, and 1/2 cup fresh coconut meat in the bowl with lime mixture. Toss gently until evenly coated.
  4. Step 4: Chill for 30 minutes, then fold in 2 tablespoons finely chopped mint leaves just before serving to maintain freshness.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Pineapple-Coconut Fruit Salad with Lime Zest take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (20 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Pineapple-Coconut Fruit Salad with Lime Zest?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep fresh pineapple from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pineapple-Coconut Fruit Salad with Lime Zest?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Pineapple-Coconut Fruit Salad with Lime Zest for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Pineapple-Coconut Fruit Salad with Lime Zest?

Brazilian brazilian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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