Best 9 Coconut Fruit Salad Recipes

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Indulge in the tropical paradise of flavors with this tantalizing Coconut Fruit Salad recipe. This delectable salad showcases a vibrant medley of fresh, juicy fruits, enveloped in a luscious coconut cream dressing that strikes a perfect balance between sweetness and richness. Each bite offers a symphony of textures and flavors, from the crisp crunch of apples and the velvety softness of bananas to the tangy burst of pineapple and the juicy sweetness of grapes. Feel free to customize this salad to your liking, adding your favorite fruits or nuts for an extra touch of indulgence.

This recipe article features three variations of the Coconut Fruit Salad, each offering unique flavor combinations and delightful surprises:

1. Classic Coconut Fruit Salad: This timeless recipe stays true to the traditional flavors of coconut and fruit, with a simple yet satisfying dressing made from coconut milk, lime juice, and honey.

2. Tropical Coconut Fruit Salad: Embark on a tropical adventure with this vibrant variation, which introduces the exotic flavors of mango, kiwi, and passion fruit, complemented by a zesty lime-coconut dressing.

3. Crunchy Coconut Fruit Salad: Experience a delightful contrast of textures with this crunchy version, featuring a medley of crunchy fruits and vegetables like jicama, carrots, and celery, all tossed in a creamy coconut-peanut dressing.

Whether you're seeking a refreshing side dish for your next gathering, a healthy and satisfying snack, or a tropical-inspired dessert, these Coconut Fruit Salad recipes are sure to delight your taste buds and transport you to a tropical paradise.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CARIBBEAN FRUIT SALAD WITH COCONUT CREAM DRESSING



Caribbean Fruit Salad With Coconut Cream Dressing image

I love the colors of this refreshing salad; and the tropical touch from the dressing makes it extra special.

Provided by Geema

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

fresh pineapple, cored and cut into slices
fresh strawberries, washed and stemmed
kiwi fruit, peeled and sliced
1/2 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons sweetened flaked coconut
1 tablespoon lime juice

Steps:

  • Arrange fruit attractively on individual salad plates.
  • Mix together the sour cream, coconut and lime juice.
  • Spoon into the center of the fruit and serve immediately.

MOM'S BEST MARSHMALLOW & COCONUT FRUIT SALAD RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Mom's Best Marshmallow & Coconut Fruit Salad Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by carvalhohm2

Number Of Ingredients 6

20 ounces pineapple chunks, drained (or 2 Cups Fresh)
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
10 ounces Maraschino cherries, drained & halved
16 ounces sour cream
2 cups sweetened coconut, shredded
10 ounces mini marshmallows

Steps:

  • Combine fruit in large bowl, fold in sour cream & coconut. Stir well. Refrigerate for 2-3 hours before serving.

COCONUT FRUIT SALAD



Coconut Fruit Salad image

This refreshing fruit salad will taste equally delicious at breakfast, lunch or dinner! -Mildred Sherrer, Fort Worth, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 can (8 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained
1 large banana, sliced
1 large apple, chopped
1/3 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Sprinkle with coconut just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Fat 2g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 22mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

TROPICAL-FRUIT SALAD WITH COCONUT CRUNCH



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One of the best parts of summer are the ripe berries and delicious tropical fruits that taste like nature's dessert. The make-ahead crunchy coconut-poppy seed topping adds a unique flair to this healthy dish, which doesn't need to be refrigerated once it arrives at the party.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking

Time 45m

Yield Serves 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large egg white
2 tablespoons clover or orange-blossom honey
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla paste or extract
1 teaspoon grated Meyer-lemon zest, plus 2 tablespoons fresh juice
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
Pinch of kosher salt
2/3 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1 quart strawberries, halved lengthwise if large
2 mangoes, peeled, pitted, and cut lengthwise into 1-inch-thick fingers
1 small papaya, peeled, halved, seeded, and cut lengthwise into 1-inch-thick fingers
1 small pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch-thick fingers

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Whisk egg white with honey, vanilla, lemon zest and juice, poppy seeds, and salt until foamy and thoroughly combined. Stir in coconut to evenly coat; spread on a rimmed baking sheet in a thin layer.
  • Bake, stirring a few times, until golden in places, 22 to 25 minutes. Let cool completely (mixture will crisp as it cools). Rub between your fingers, breaking up any clumps, until crumbled.
  • Arrange fruits on a platter; sprinkle with coconut crunch to serve. Fruits can be loosely covered with plastic, without coconut crunch, and refrigerated up to 8 hours. Coconut crunch can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 1 week.

SOUR CREAM COCONUT FRUIT SALAD



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No matter what the season I substitute available fruit for this, however at least 1 juicy (wet) fruit is recommended..

Provided by TammieV

Categories     Pineapple

Time 20m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can mandarin orange
1 cup apple, chunks
1 cup seedless grapes (sliced in half)
3 bananas (sliced)
1 cup seasonal melon (cubed or balls)
1 can chunk pineapple (optional)
1 cup coconut
1 (1 lb) container sour cream

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple and oranges.
  • Mix all ingredients in a large bowl and chill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.9, Fat 19, SaturatedFat 13.6, Cholesterol 25, Sodium 35, Carbohydrate 20.8, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 11, Protein 3.2

BALINESE FRUIT SALAD WITH LYCHEE AND COCONUT MILK



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This salad is loaded with fruit and tossed with a refreshing coconut milk-and-lime dressing.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h25m

Yield 6-8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups cubed cantaloupe
2 cups cubed honeydew melon
2 cups cubed ripe papaya
2 cups cored and cubed fresh pineapple
1/2 cup coconut milk
2 tablespoons superfine sugar
Juice of 2 limes, plus 1 teaspoon finely grated zest
6 lychees, shell removed, pitted and roughly chopped
3 star anise
2 mangoes, skin removed, pitted and cut into cubes
Kosher salt
Shredded coconut, for serving

Steps:

  • Combine the cantaloupe, honeydew, papaya, pineapple, coconut milk, sugar, lime juice and zest, lychees, star anise, mangoes and a pinch of salt in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Remove and discard the star anise. Transfer the salad to a serving platter. Sprinkle with the shredded coconut.

EASY FRUIT SALAD WITH COCONUT



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I love fresh fruit salads. With this simple recipe, I can enjoy one even in January! This colorful salad complements most any entree.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 medium navel orange, sectioned
2 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
2 tablespoons orange juice
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon, optional
1 medium ripe banana, sliced

Steps:

  • Cut orange sections into bite-size pieces. In a bowl, combine the orange, coconut, orange juice and cinnamon if desired; toss gently. Refrigerate until chilled. , Just before serving, add banana and toss gently.

Nutrition Facts :

RAINBOW FRUIT SALAD WITH COCONUT WHIP RECIPE BY TASTY



Rainbow Fruit Salad With Coconut Whip Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: full fat coconut milk, Kroger® Pure Vanilla Extract, powdered sugar, strawberries, raspberry, tangerine, cantaloupe, pineapple, mango, kiwi, green grapes, blackberry, blueberry, purple grapes

Provided by Kroger

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 can full fat coconut milk, refrigerated overnight
½ teaspoon Kroger® Pure Vanilla Extract
¾ cup powdered sugar
5 strawberries, halved
½ cup raspberry
½ cup tangerine, peeled, segmented, and chopped into 1/2" pieces
½ cup cantaloupe, chopped into 1/2 in pieces
½ cup pineapple, peeled, cored, and chopped into ½" pieces
½ cup mango, peeled, cored, and chopped into ½" pieces
½ cup kiwi, peeled, cored, and chopped into ½" pieces
½ cup green grapes, sliced into thirds
½ cup blackberry, halved
½ cup blueberry
½ cup purple grapes, sliced into thirds

Steps:

  • Make the coconut whip: Place a large glass bowl in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.
  • When the bowl is chilled, remove the coconut milk from the refrigerator without tipping or shaking. Open the can and scoop the top layer of thick cream into the bowl, leaving the liquid behind. (The liquid can be reserved for another use; keep covered in the refrigerator for 1 week.)
  • Whip the cream with an electric hand mixer on medium until very smooth, 1-2 minutes. Add the Kroger Pure Vanilla Extract and powdered sugar and continue beating for 1 minute, until the sugar has dissolved and the cream is smooth again. Chill the whipped coconut cream in the refrigerator until ready to use, up to overnight.
  • Make the fruit salad: Using a spatula, spread the whipped coconut cream on a medium serving platter. Starting from the top of the platter, arrange the fruit by color: a row of strawberry halves and raspberries, then a row of chopped tangerine and cantaloupe, next a row of pineapple and mango pieces, followed by a row of kiwi and green grapes, then blackberries and blueberries, then the purple grapes.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410 calories, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 71 grams

COCONUT FRUIT SALAD



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Make and share this Coconut Fruit Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by BakinBaby

Categories     Tropical Fruits

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 apricots (pitted and sliced)
1 cup strawberry (quartered)
1 cup kiwi (peeled, sliced)
1 cup pineapple (chunks)
1 banana (sliced)
1 cup mango (peeled-chunked)
1/4 cup coconut milk
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 tablespoon honey
3 tablespoons coconut (shredded)

Steps:

  • Combine fresh fruit (except banana) in a medium sized bowl, toss to combine chill 1 hour.
  • Add banana and pour prepared dressing over, toss gently.
  • Serve on lettuce bed.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe fruit. This will ensure that your salad is packed with flavor and nutrients.
  • Choose a variety of fruits. This will add color, texture, and flavor to your salad.
  • Cut the fruit into bite-sized pieces. This will make it easier to eat and will help the flavors to meld together.
  • Add some sweetness. This can be done with sugar, honey, or maple syrup.
  • Add some acidity. This can be done with lemon juice, lime juice, or vinegar.
  • Add some crunch. This can be done with nuts, seeds, or granola.
  • Chill the salad before serving. This will help the flavors to develop and will make the salad more refreshing.

Conclusion:

Coconut fruit salad is a delicious and refreshing treat that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a healthy and satisfying snack, give coconut fruit salad a try!

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