Spicy Fruit Salad

This refreshing Spicy Fruit Salad is the perfect blend of sweet and heat! Mixed seasonal fruits are tossed in a zesty mixture of pineapple juice, honey, lime juice, and a hint of cayenne pepper, creating a delightful harmony of flavors. The freshness of mint adds a bright and refreshing touch to this delightful salad.

Ready Time

15 mins

Yields

5 servings

Ingredients

1 cup mixed seasonal fruits (strawberries, blueberries, grapes, pineapple, kiwi)
1/2 cup pineapple juice
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
Salt to taste

Instructions

Cut the mixed seasonal fruits into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together the pineapple juice, brown sugar, honey, lime juice, grated ginger, ground cinnamon, and ground cayenne pepper until well combined.

Pour the juice mixture over the fruit and toss to coat.

Sprinkle the chopped fresh mint leaves over the fruit and toss again. Season with salt to taste.

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Serve chilled and fresh.

Notes

Feel free to customize the amount of cayenne pepper to your desired level of spiciness – if you’re serving a crowd with varying taste buds, you can always add more heat on the side! Make sure to choose a mix of seasonal fruits that complements each other in terms of texture and sweetness – the combination of strawberries, blueberries, grapes, pineapple, and kiwi works beautifully, but don’t be afraid to experiment! If you want to make this salad ahead of time, you can prep the juice mixture and store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours – just give it a good whisk before pouring it over the fruit. To take this salad to the next level, try toasting some chopped nuts (almonds or pecans work nicely) and sprinkling them on top before serving – the crunch adds a delightful texture!