Solomon Islands Tropical Fruit Salad with Coconut Dressing
A vibrant and refreshing fruit salad showcasing the abundance of tropical fruits available in the Solomon Islands, enhanced with a light, creamy coconut dressing.
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 medium Pineapple(peeled, cored, and cut into bite-sized cubes)
- 2 ripe Mangoes(peeled, pitted, and cut into bite-sized cubes)
- 1 medium Papayas(halved, seeded, peeled, and cut into bite-sized cubes)
- 3 ripe Bananas(sliced)
- 2-3 optional Passion fruit(pulp for dressing)
- 1 Lime(juice and zest)
- 1/4 cup Coconut milk (full fat)(for dressing)
- 1-2 tbsp Honey or sugar(optional, to taste for dressing)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Prepare all the fruits: peel, core, seed, and cut the pineapple, mangoes, and papaya into uniform bite-sized cubes. Slice the bananas.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the prepared pineapple, mangoes, papaya, and bananas.
- 3
Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, lime juice, and lime zest. If desired, add honey or sugar to sweeten to taste. If using passion fruit, add the pulp to the dressing.
- 4
Pour the dressing over the fruit mixture and gently toss to coat all the fruits evenly.
- 5
Serve the fruit salad immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes before serving for a more refreshing taste.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Use ripe but firm fruits for the best texture and flavor.
- ✓Add other tropical fruits like kiwi, star fruit, or dragon fruit if available.
- ✓For a richer dressing, use thick coconut cream instead of coconut milk.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of coconut ice cream.
- Add a sprinkle of toasted coconut flakes or chopped mint for extra flavor and texture.