African Fruit Salad

Experience a vibrant taste of the tropics with this refreshing African Fruit Salad—a medley of succulent pineapple, juicy mango, sweet papaya, creamy bananas, and zesty oranges, all brought together with a drizzle of tangy lemon juice and natural honey. Topped with finely chopped fresh mint leaves, this no-cook recipe delivers a perfect balance of sweetness, citrusy tang, and herbal freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this colorful dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a vitamin-packed snack or dessert. Serve it chilled for an irresistibly cooling treat that's perfect for summer gatherings, brunches, or as a light and healthy treat any time of year!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 whole Pineapple
• 2 whole Mango
• 1 whole Papaya
• 3 whole Bananas
• 2 whole Oranges
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves

Directions

Step 1

Peel and core the pineapple, then chop it into bite-sized cubes. Place the pieces into a large bowl.

Step 2

Peel the mangoes, remove the pits, and dice the flesh. Add the diced mangoes to the bowl with the pineapple.

Step 3

Cut the papaya in half, scoop out the seeds, and remove the skin. Chop the papaya into cubes and add to the fruit mixture.

Step 4

Peel the bananas and slice them into thin rounds. Add the banana slices to the fruit salad.

Step 5

Peel the oranges, removing any pith, and cut them into small segments. Gently mix the orange segments into the bowl.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and honey until well combined.

Step 7

Drizzle the lemon-honey mixture over the fruits and toss gently to coat all the pieces evenly.

Step 8

Chop the fresh mint leaves finely and sprinkle them over the fruit salad for a burst of freshness.

Step 9

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes before serving for a cooler, more refreshing experience.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2496g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1474.6

Total Fat 5.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 57.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 379.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.8g	0%
Total Sugars 278.2g
Protein 17.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 402.2mg	0%
Iron 5.6mg	0%
Potassium 4301.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3.0%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 92.7%