Pineapple Kiwi Salad with Toasted Coconut and Lime Honey Dressing Recipe
This refreshing Pineapple Kiwi Salad combines juicy pineapple and sweet kiwi with a zesty honey-lime dressing and a crunchy toasted coconut topping. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a vibrant, tropical fruit salad perfect as a light snack, dessert, or side dish for warm-weather meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 large fresh pineapple
- 4 kiwis
- 8–10 fresh mint leaves
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 limes (zested and juiced)
- 2 tablespoons honey
Topping
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
- Toast Coconut: Heat a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the shredded coconut and cook, stirring frequently for 3-5 minutes, until the coconut is lightly browned and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
- Prepare Fruit: Peel and cube the fresh pineapple and place the pieces into a large bowl. Slice each kiwi in half lengthwise, then use a spoon to scoop out the fruit from the peel. Cut the kiwi into bite-sized pieces and add them to the bowl with the pineapple. Roll the fresh mint leaves tightly, slice thinly (julienne), and add the mint to the bowl as well.
- Make Dressing: In a small bowl, zest and juice the two limes. Add two tablespoons of honey to the lime juice and whisk until fully combined, creating a tangy and sweet dressing.
- Toss Salad: Pour the honey-lime dressing over the mixed fruit and gently toss everything together to ensure the fruit is evenly coated with the dressing. Cover the bowl and refrigerate until ready to serve, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Serve: Just before serving, sprinkle the toasted coconut over the top of the fruit salad to add a delightful crunch and flavor contrast.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add chopped nuts like cashews or almonds.
- Substitute honey with agave syrup for a vegan option.
- Ensure kiwis are ripe but still firm for the best texture.
- This salad can be prepared a few hours in advance and kept refrigerated.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less honey depending on taste.
Keywords: pineapple salad, kiwi salad, fruit salad, tropical salad, healthy dessert, summer recipe
