Description
Pineapple kiwi delight combines sweet and tangy tropical fruits in a refreshing dessert. Guests will savor cool, zesty flavors that dance across their palate with each delightful spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large fresh pineapple
- 4 kiwis
- 2 limes
- ¼ cup (60 ml) shredded coconut
- 8–10 fresh mint leaves
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) honey
Instructions
- Toasting Coconut: Gently toast coconut in a skillet over medium-low heat, stirring consistently until achieving a delicate golden-brown hue. Transfer to a cool surface to prevent further cooking.
- Fruit Preparation: Dice fresh pineapple into uniform cubes, slice kiwis in half, scoop out green flesh, and cut into bite-sized segments. Create mint ribbons by stacking leaves, rolling tightly, and executing a precise julienne cut.
- Dressing Creation: Extract lime zest and juice into a mixing vessel. Drizzle honey into the citrus mixture, whisking vigorously to form a harmonious, glossy dressing that amplifies the fruit’s natural sweetness.
- Fruit Assembly: Combine tropical fruit medley in a spacious bowl, folding mint throughout to distribute its refreshing flavor. Pour citrus-honey dressing over the fruit, tossing with a light touch to ensure elegant coating.
- Final Touches: Refrigerate the tropical mixture, allowing flavors to meld and intensify. When serving, generously sprinkle pre-toasted coconut over the top to add a delightful crunch and nutty undertone.
Notes
- Toast Coconut Carefully: Monitor heat closely and stir constantly to prevent burning, achieving a golden-brown color without scorching.
- Precise Fruit Cutting: Use sharp knife and consistent cutting technique to ensure uniform cube sizes for balanced texture and elegant presentation.
- Master Mint Ribbons: Stack, roll, and slice mint leaves with sharp knife for maximum flavor release and beautiful visual appeal.
- Chill for Flavor Fusion: Refrigerate fruit salad for 30 minutes before serving to allow citrus-honey dressing to deeply infuse tropical ingredients with refreshing essence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks, Drinks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg