simple recipe for a tropical fruit salad

 

Ingredients:

• 1 cup pineapple chunks
• 1 cup mango chunks
• 1 cup papaya chunks
• 1 cup kiwi slices
• 1 banana, sliced
• 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)
• Juice of 1 lime or lemon
• Honey or maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)

Instructions:

1. 1. Prepare all the fruits by peeling, chopping, and slicing them as needed.
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3. 2. In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, mango, papaya, kiwi, and banana.
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5. 3. Squeeze the lime or lemon juice over the fruit to add a refreshing citrus flavor and to prevent browning.
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7. 4. If desired, drizzle honey or maple syrup over the fruit for added sweetness. You can adjust the amount based on your taste preference.
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9. 5. Gently toss the fruit together until well combined.

1. 6. Sprinkle shredded coconut on top for an extra tropical touch, if desired.
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3. 7. Chill the fruit salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
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5. 8. Serve the tropical fruit salad cold and enjoy!

Here's an approximate breakdown of the nutritional content for the ingredients you listed in a tropical fruit salad:

1. -Pineapple (1 cup chunks):

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   • Calories: ~82
   • Vitamins and minerals: High in vitamin C, manganese, and fiber.

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3. -Mango (1 cup chunks):

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   • Calories: ~99
   • Vitamins and minerals: High in vitamin C, vitamin A, and fiber.

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5. -Papaya (1 cup chunks):

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• Calories: ~55
• Vitamins and minerals: High in vitamin C, vitamin A, folate, and fiber.
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1. -Kiwi (1 cup slices):

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   • Calories: ~108
   • Vitamins and minerals: High in vitamin C, vitamin K, potassium, and fiber.
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2. -Banana (1 sliced):

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   • Calories: ~105
   • Vitamins and minerals: High in potassium, vitamin B6, vitamin C, and fiber.
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3. -Shredded Coconut (1/2 cup):

• Calories: ~286
• Vitamins and minerals: Contains some iron and zinc, but it's mainly high in saturated fat.

1. -Lime or Lemon Juice (Juice of 1):

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   • Calories: Negligible
   • Provides vitamin C and adds flavor.

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3. -Honey or Maple Syrup (optional, for sweetness):

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• Calories: Varies depending on the amount used.
• Provides natural sweetness.

It is important to note that these values ​​are approximate and can vary based on factors such as ripeness and specific types of fruit used. In addition, adding honey or maple syrup will increase the calorie content.