Tiki-Inspired Tropical Fruit Salad with Lime-Mint Dressing
A refreshing medley of tropical fruits tossed in a zesty lime and fresh mint dressing for a light and vibrant salad inspired by Polynesian flavors. This Caribbean-inspired salad recipe (vegan), ready in about 15 minutes, pairs pineapple chunks, mango cubes, papaya cubes 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 150 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 pineapple chunks
- 1 cup, ripe mango cubes
- 1 cup papaya cubes
- 1/2 cup kiwi slices
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh mint leaves
- 1/4 cup toasted coconut flakes
- a pinch sea salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup pineapple chunks, 1 cup mango cubes, 1 cup papaya cubes, and 1/2 cup kiwi slices.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh mint leaves, and a pinch of sea salt until honey dissolves.
- Step 3: Pour the lime-mint dressing over the mixed fruit and gently toss to coat all pieces evenly.
- Step 4: Sprinkle 1/4 cup toasted coconut flakes over the salad for added texture and tropical aroma.
- Step 5: Chill the salad in the refrigerator for 20 minutes before serving to meld the flavors.








