Spicy Summer Fruit Salad
Elevate your summer gatherings with this vibrant and refreshing Spicy Summer Fruit Salad, a bold twist on the classic sweet fruit medley. Bursting with juicy watermelon, tangy pineapple, lush mango, and plump strawberries, this salad gets an irresistible kick from a zesty lime dressing spiced with ground chili powder and cayenne pepper. A drizzle of honey balances the heat, while fresh mint leaves add a cooling, aromatic finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy fruit salad is the ultimate combination of sweet, spicy, and tart flavors, perfect for barbecues, picnics, or as a light and healthy dessert. Serve it chilled for a sensational summer treat that will leave your taste buds tingling!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups watermelon
- 2 cups pineapple
- 2 cups mango
- 1.5 cups strawberries
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoons ground chili powder
- 0.25 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 10 leaves fresh mint leaves
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
Directions
Step 1
1. Start by preparing the fruits. Chop the watermelon, pineapple, and mango into bite-sized cubes or pieces. Remove the green tops from the strawberries and slice them in halves or quarters, depending on their size.
Step 2
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped watermelon, pineapple, mango, and strawberries.
Step 3
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey, ground chili powder, cayenne pepper, and salt until well combined.
Step 4
4. Pour the spicy lime dressing over the fruit and toss gently to coat every piece evenly.
Step 5
5. Tear the fresh mint leaves into smaller pieces and sprinkle them over the fruit salad for a burst of freshness and aroma.
Step 6
6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 7
7. Serve chilled, garnished with additional mint leaves if desired, and enjoy the perfect balance of sweetness, tartness, and spice!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1584.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 702.7 |
| Total Fat 3.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 646.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 177.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 141.3g | |
| Protein 10.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 175.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1910.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories