Tropical Fruit Salad with Honey Lime Dressing

Name: Tropical Fruit Salad with Honey Lime Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons ginger juice ((instructions given)); 1 lime (juiced); 2 tablespoons honey; 2 cups pineapple (diced); 2 cups papaya (diced); 1 dragon fruit (peeled and chopped); 3 kiwi (peeled and chopped); 1 pint raspberries; 1 pint blueberries

This tropical fruit salad combines pineapple, papaya, dragon fruit, kiwi, and fresh berries with a bright honey lime dressing infused with ginger juice. It's a versatile dish that works as a healthy dessert, picnic side, or breakfast topping.

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Tropical Fruit Salad with Honey Lime Dressing

Total

15 min

Servings

6

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$19–$31

Recipe Source

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From Garlicandzest · by Lisa Lotts

Ingredients

2 teaspoons ginger juice ((instructions given))
1 lime (juiced)
2 tablespoons honey
2 cups pineapple (diced)
2 cups papaya (diced)
1 dragon fruit (peeled and chopped)
3 kiwi (peeled and chopped)
1 pint raspberries
1 pint blueberries

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Instructions

1
Use a microplane or fine grater to grate ginger onto a cutting board or into a bowl. Set a fine mesh strainer over a small bowl. Transfer ginger pulp and any juices to the strainer. Press down on the pulp with the back of a spoon to capture the ginger's juices in the bowl. Discard solids.
2
Add the honey and lime juice and whisk together. Set aside.
3
Combine the fruit in a large bowl. Start with the heavier fruits on the bottom, like pineapple and papaya and the more delicate fruit (a.k.a. raspberries)on top.
4
Drizzle the honey lime dressing over the fruit and gently toss to coat. Serve immediately.
5
If you're making this tropical fruit salad a day ahead of time, combine all the fruit except the raspberries and toss together. Just before serving add the raspberries and drizzle with the honey lime dressing.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Dice all fruit to roughly the same size for even distribution and better texture throughout the salad.
Extract ginger juice from fresh ginger root by grating finely and squeezing through a strainer for maximum flavor without stringiness.
Add the honey lime dressing just before serving to keep the fruit firm and prevent excess liquid from accumulating at the bottom.
Taste the dressing before adding to the fruit—adjust honey and lime juice to your preferred sweetness and acidity level.

Substitutions

Dragon fruit → Mango or passionfruit (similar tropical sweetness)
Raspberries and blueberries → Strawberries or blackberries (maintains the mixed berry element)
Ginger juice → ¼ teaspoon ground ginger (less fresh flavor but still aromatic)
Honey → Agave nectar or maple syrup (equal sweetness, different flavor profile)

Storage & make-ahead

Store the prepared fruit in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 hours; keep the honey lime dressing separate and combine just before serving.

Common Questions

Can I make this fruit salad ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the fruit up to 4 hours ahead and store in an airtight container. Add the honey lime dressing just before serving to prevent the fruit from becoming soggy.

How do I extract ginger juice?

Grate fresh ginger root finely, then squeeze the grated ginger through a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth to collect the juice.

What can I substitute for dragon fruit?

Mango, passionfruit, or additional kiwi work well as substitutes for dragon fruit while maintaining the tropical flavor profile.

Is this salad suitable for meal prep?

The fruit can be prepped 1 day ahead and stored separately from the dressing. Combine just before serving for best texture and flavor.

Can I use frozen berries?

Fresh berries are recommended for this recipe, as frozen berries will release excess liquid and make the salad watery. Thaw frozen berries completely and drain well if substituting.