Best 11 Layered Tropical Fruit Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a tropical paradise with our refreshing Layered Tropical Fruit Salad, a symphony of vibrant colors and tantalizing flavors that will transport you to a beachside oasis. This delightful salad features layers of juicy pineapple, sweet mango, tangy kiwi, and luscious grapes, all harmoniously arranged to create a visually stunning and delectable treat. Each bite offers a burst of tropical sweetness and a refreshing burst of flavor, making it the perfect side dish for summer gatherings, potlucks, or as a healthy and refreshing snack. Dive into the tropical flavors and experience the vibrant essence of the islands with our Layered Tropical Fruit Salad.

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

TROPICAL FRUIT SALAD WITH GINGER SYRUP



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h55m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup sugar
One 3-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
Zest of 1 lime
1 pint strawberries, hulled and halved or quartered
2 kiwi, peeled, sliced and quartered
1 mango, cut into chunks
1 orange, segmented
1 small pineapple, cut into chunks
1 papaya, cut into chunks
Handful fresh mint, chopped
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Steps:

  • Combine the sugar, 1/4 cup water, ginger and lime zest in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil and cook until the sugar is melted. Remove it from the heat and refrigerate until cold.
  • Strain the mixtures into a large bowl and toss in the strawberries, kiwis, mango, oranges, pineapple and papaya to coat. Cover and refrigerate again until cold, at least 1 hour.
  • Serve in small bowls and garnish with the chopped mint.

LAYERED FRESH FRUIT SALAD



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People always pass on compliments when I take this salad to covered-dish suppers. It's nice on a hot day...with a winter meal...or as a dessert! We live on a small farm where my garden gives me lots of possibilities for fresh food. -Page Alexander, Baldwin City, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
2/3 cup orange juice
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/3 cup lemon juice
1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
1 cinnamon stick
FRUIT SALAD:
2 cups cubed fresh pineapple
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
2 medium kiwifruit, peeled and sliced
3 medium bananas, sliced
2 medium oranges, peeled and sectioned
1 medium red grapefruit, peeled and sectioned
1 cup seedless red grapes

Steps:

  • Place first 6 ingredients in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes. Cool completely. Remove cinnamon stick., Layer fruit in a large glass bowl. Pour juice mixture over top. Refrigerate, covered, several hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 5mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TROPICAL FRUIT SALAD



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You don't need a long list of ingredients to toss together this refreshing medley. A wonderful dressing made with pineapple yogurt coats the appealing assortment of fresh and canned fruit. -Nancy Stinson, Texarkana, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cans (8-1/4 ounces each) tropical fruit salad
1/2 cup pineapple or vanilla yogurt
1 teaspoon honey
1 small apple, chopped
1/2 cup halved fresh strawberries
1/2 cup halved green grapes

Steps:

  • Drain fruit salad, reserving 1/4 cup juice (discard remaining juice or save for another use). In a bowl, combine yogurt, honey and reserved juice. Fold in fruit salad, apple, strawberries and grapes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 23mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

REFRESHING TROPICAL FRUIT SALAD



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Want a family-friendly side dish? This colorful medley is kid-pleasing and a great way to encourage healthy eating. -Sharon Ricci, Spooner, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings (1 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large bananas, sliced
2 medium pears, cubed
1/3 cup fresh orange juice
1/3 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
3 cups cubed fresh pineapple
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
4 medium kiwifruit, peeled and sliced
2 medium mangos, peeled and cubed
2 star fruit, sliced

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the bananas, pears and juices. Add the pineapple, strawberries, grapes, kiwi and mangos; stir gently to combine. Arrange star fruit over top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 3mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LAYERED TROPICAL FRUIT SALAD



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With this colorful tropical fruit platter, simplydress the slices of pineapple,papaya, and star fruit with sugar and lime juice and zest --and drizzle the fruit with alittle white rum, if you like.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pineapple (about 5 pounds), peeled, cored, and cut crosswise into thin slices
1 papaya (about 1 pound), peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, and cut crosswise into thin slices
1 star fruit, cut crosswise into thin slices
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup fresh lime juice, plus 3 tablespoons grated lime zest strips, for garnish (4 to 6 limes total)
Light rum (optional)

Steps:

  • Arrange pineapple on a large platter. Top with a layer each of papaya and star fruit. Sprinkle fruit with sugar, lime juice, and rum, if desired. Garnish with lime zest.

TROPICAL ISLAND FRUIT SALAD



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A bright, beautiful, and delicious fruit salad. This goes well with jerk chicken or another island meal.

Provided by Devin

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pineapple - peeled, cored, and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 mangos - peeled, pitted, and cut into small cubes
2 papayas - halved lengthwise, seeded, peeled, and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3 bananas, sliced

Steps:

  • Toss pineapple, mangos, papayas, and bananas together in a large bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 calories, Carbohydrate 24.4 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 2.3 mg, Sugar 17.2 g

TROPICAL FRUIT SALAD



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Make room at the brunch table for this vibrant fruit salad with a simple secret that takes it to new heights. Macerating the mix of papaya, pineapple, mango, and kiwi with sugar, lime juice, and a pinch of salt helps the fruit release its juices, softens the fruit, and concentrates its flavor. This is basically a vacation on a plate.

Provided by Jenna Helwig

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups 1-in. papaya cubes (from 1 papaya)
2 cups 1-in. pineapple cubes (from 1 pineapple)
2 cups 1-in. mango cubes (from 1 to 2 mangoes)
2 kiwis, peeled and cut into half-moons
2 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (from 1 lime)
Pinch of kosher salt
2 cups plain coconut milk yogurt, such as Cocojune
0.25 cup lightly toasted unsweetened flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Place papaya, pineapple, mango, and kiwis in a large bowl. Add sugar, lime juice, and salt; gently toss to combine. Let stand for 15 minutes at room temperature, or cover and refrigerate for up to 1 hour.
  • Spread yogurt in a thick layer on a platter. Mound fruit mixture on top of yogurt using a slotted spoon. Top with flaked coconut.

TROPICAL FRUIT SALAD



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Fruit     Strawberry Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pineapple, cut into chunks
1 pound strawberries, sliced
Zest from 1 lime, plus 2 tablespoons juice
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup coconut chips, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine pineapple, strawberries, lime zest and juice, and mint leaves. Sprinkle with coconut.

LAYERED FRUIT SALAD



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

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Pineapple

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup orange juice
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon orange zest
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon, rind of
1 cinnamon stick
2 cups pineapple chunks
1 cup red seedless grapes
2 medium bananas, sliced
2 medium oranges, peeled and sectioned
1 medium grapefruit, peeled and sectioned
1 pint strawberry, sliced
2 kiwi fruits, peeled and sliced

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine the first six ingredients; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat; cool completely.
  • Layer fruit in a glass serving bowl.
  • Remove cinnamon stick from the sauce; pour sauce over fruit.
  • Cover and chill for several hours.

DELICIOUS LAYERED FRUIT SALAD



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This is a wonderful fruit salad, I make two bowls of this to serve at my BBQ get togethers and everyone loves it! This can be made hours in advance if desired, you may omit some of the fruits but try to use them all. Cooking time is chilling time.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Melons

Time 1h35m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pint fresh blueberries
1 pint fresh hulled strawberries or 1 pint raspberries
2 1/2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
2 cups seeded watermelon, chunks
2 bananas, sliced 1/2-inch thick
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 kiwi fruits, peeled and sliced
1 cup mandarin orange, drained (or use fresh oranges, chopped)
2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, room temperature
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar (icing sugar)
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1 cup whipped cream, whipped
1/4-1/2 teaspoon lime zest

Steps:

  • In a bowl, toss the bananas slices in lemon juice to keep from browning.
  • In an extra large fancy glass bowl, in a layering effect, place the pineapple, blueberries, HALF of the strawberries, oranges, kiwi fruit, watermelon, and the remaining strawberries or raspberries.
  • In a mixer bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  • Add in confectioners sugar, and continue beating.
  • Add in the lime juice; mix to combine.
  • Set the speed to lowest, and add in HALF of the whipped cream; mix until blended.
  • Then add in the remaining whipped cream until blended (still on lowest speed).
  • Pour the whipped dressing all over the fruit in the bowl, and allow to drizzle inside of bowl.
  • Chill for a minimum of 1 hour before serving.

PERFECT SUMMER FRUIT SALAD



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The perfect fruit salad for a backyard bbq or any occasion. There are never leftovers! This is one of my favorite fruit salad recipes, as I think the sauce really makes it. This salad is tastier the longer you can let it soak in its juices. I prefer 3 to 4 hours in the refrigerator before I serve it. Enjoy.

Provided by Nicole Graham Holley

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes     Strawberry Salad Recipes

Time 3h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

⅔ cup fresh orange juice
⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
⅓ cup packed brown sugar
½ teaspoon grated orange zest
½ teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups cubed fresh pineapple
2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
3 kiwi fruit, peeled and sliced
3 bananas, sliced
2 oranges, peeled and sectioned
1 cup seedless grapes
2 cups blueberries

Steps:

  • Bring orange juice, lemon juice, brown sugar, orange zest, and lemon zest to a boil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in vanilla extract. Set aside to cool.
  • Layer the fruit in a large, clear glass bowl in this order: pineapple, strawberries, kiwi fruit, bananas, oranges, grapes, and blueberries. Pour the cooled sauce over the fruit. Cover and refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Carbohydrate 39 g, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 4.7 mg, Sugar 28.7 g

Tips:

  • Use ripe fruit: The riper the fruit, the sweeter and more flavorful your salad will be.
  • Choose a variety of colors and flavors: This will make your salad more visually appealing and interesting to eat.
  • Don't overcrowd the salad: Too much fruit can make the salad mushy and difficult to eat.
  • Add some crunch: Nuts, seeds, or granola can add a nice crunchy texture to the salad.
  • Make it ahead of time: This salad can be made up to 24 hours in advance, making it a great option for parties or potlucks.

Conclusion:

This layered tropical fruit salad is a refreshing and delicious way to enjoy the flavors of summer. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. Whether you're looking for a healthy snack or a festive dessert, this salad is sure to please.

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