TROPICAL FRUIT WITH COCONUT-PISTACHIO CRUNCH

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Feel free to use any tropical fruits in this salad; it's not so much what you choose but how good the fruit is, so pick only the ripest and most fragrant. If you like, serve with a dollop of sour cream on the side.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup shelled unsalted pistachios (5 ounces), coarsely chopped
1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons safflower oil
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons mild honey, such as acacia
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest, plus juice for serving
Pinch of cayenne pepper
Coarse salt
2 large mangoes, peeled, pitted, and cut into 1/2-inch slices or cubed
1/2 large or 1 medium papaya, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 star fruits (carambolas), cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 bananas, cut into 1/4-inch slices
8 fresh lychees, peeled, halved, and seeded

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Toss together pistachios, coconut, oil, honey, lemon zest, cayenne, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Spread on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet and bake, stirring once, until golden brown, about 15 minutes. Let cool completely. Crunch can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days.
  • Arrange fruits on a serving platter. Sprinkle with lemon juice and a pinch of salt. Serve, with crunch on the side.

Marlando Hollins
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's beautiful and delicious.


Shauna Bicki
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I can add or subtract fruits depending on what I have on hand.


chala Yusuf
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This is a great recipe for a healthy snack. It's packed with fruits and nuts, and it's low in calories.


Alyas Laghmani
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover fruit.


Md Chadmeya
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I made this recipe for a brunch, and it was a big hit. The guests loved the tropical flavors.


Mahamudul Hasan
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The coconut-pistachio crunch is a nice touch. It adds a bit of sweetness and crunch to the fruit salad.


Kamis Emma
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I love the combination of fruits in this recipe. The pineapple, mango, and papaya are all so juicy and flavorful.


Travon Reed
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This is a great recipe for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and it's perfect for a crowd.


Henrietta Ajirioghene
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I made this recipe for a baby shower, and it was a big hit. The guests loved the colorful presentation.


Raymond Woodruff
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I'm not usually a fan of fruit salad, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so good!


Alim Boysti
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This is my new favorite fruit salad recipe. It's so refreshing and delicious.


Salifu Awudu
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I made this recipe for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Andre' Johnson
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The coconut-pistachio crunch is the perfect topping for this fruit salad. It adds a delicious flavor and texture that complements the fruits perfectly.


Hooriya Akmal
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I was able to whip it up in just a few minutes, and it turned out perfectly.


IDEAL 2 FLOWER
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This tropical fruit salad with coconut-pistachio crunch was a hit at my last party! The combination of sweet fruits, crunchy nuts, and creamy coconut was irresistible. I'll definitely be making this again.