Spiced Tiki-Inspired Tropical Fruit Salad with Toasted Coconut

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-01 · Updated 2026-06-01

A refreshing tropical fruit salad tossed with warm spices and topped with toasted coconut flakes for a crunchy, exotic finish. This Tropical-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs fresh mango, diced, fresh pineapple, diced, kiwi, peeled and sliced into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 160 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. 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.

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh mango, diced
• 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
• 2 medium kiwi, peeled and sliced
• 1 cup papaya, diced
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 cup toasted shredded coconut
• 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, chopped

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup diced fresh mango, 1 cup diced fresh pineapple, 2 peeled and sliced kiwis, and 1 cup diced papaya.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1 tbsp honey, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg until well blended and fragrant.
3. Step 3: Pour the spiced lime-honey dressing over the mixed fruit and gently toss to coat all pieces evenly.
4. Step 4: Sprinkle 1/4 cup toasted shredded coconut and 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint leaves over the top for texture and aroma.
5. Step 5: Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.