Best 5 Spicy Fruit Salad Recipes

**Savor the Symphony of Flavors in Spicy Fruit Salad: A Culinary Journey of Sweet, Savory, and Heat**

Embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure with our spicy fruit salad, a vibrant blend of fresh fruits, zesty spices, and a hint of heat that will awaken your taste buds and leave you craving more. This vibrant dish features a medley of seasonal fruits, carefully selected for their sweetness, tartness, and contrasting textures. The addition of aromatic spices like cinnamon, cumin, and a touch of chili powder elevates the salad to a new level of flavor complexity. Drizzled with a zesty lime-honey dressing, this salad delivers a delightful harmony of sweet, savory, and spicy notes that will tantalize your palate. Whether you're seeking a refreshing summer snack, a vibrant side dish, or a unique dessert option, our spicy fruit salad promises an unforgettable culinary experience.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY FRUIT SALAD

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A delicious and refreshing summer fruit salad with a spicy twist. Tastes better the longer it's chilled, to let flavors blend.

Provided by puerca83

Categories Salad Fruit Salad Recipes Apple Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
1 cup cubed, seeded watermelon
1 mango, peeled and cubed
1 green apple, cored and sliced
¼ cup lime juice
2 tablespoons honey, or more to taste
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
2 teaspoons chili-lime seasoning (such as Tajin®)

Steps:

Mix pineapple, watermelon, mango, and green apple in a large bowl.
Blend lime juice, honey, and jalapeno in a blender until smooth.
Pour jalapeno dressing into the large bowl and mix thoroughly. Sprinkle chili-lime seasoning on top. Chill for 1 to 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80.9 calories, Carbohydrate 21.6 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 134.9 mg, Sugar 19 g

SPICY FRUIT SALAD

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Definitely not your mother's fruit salad, this one balances cool fruit and hot spices to perfection. -Rebecca Sturrock, Longview, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 medium apples, halved and sliced
2 medium pears, halved and sliced
2 medium mangoes, peeled, halved and sliced
1 pound fresh strawberries, sliced
VINAIGRETTE:
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons champagne vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest
1/4 teaspoon Sriracha chili sauce or 1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the apples, pears, mangoes and strawberries. In a small bowl, whisk the juices, cilantro, vinegar, lime zest and hot chili sauce. Drizzle over fruit mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 6mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SWEET AND SPICY FRUIT SALAD

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Most fruit salads consist of little more than diced fruit mixed in a bowl. They are simple and satisfying, but not necessarily special. This one is a more sophisticated take. It calls for a star anise- and chile-infused simple syrup, which adds sweetness and musky, spicy complexity. In addition to fruit, herbs - tarragon and basil - are tossed in for freshness. You can use whatever fruit you like as long as it is sweet and ripe. Eat the salad as it is, or top it with either mascarpone for a mellow, creamy note, or crumbled ricotta salata for something savory and bracing. Feel free to play around with other toppings as well. In the mellow category are fresh ricotta, crème fraîche, sour cream or ice cream. For something on the salty side, try shaved Parmesan, crumbled feta or goat cheese.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories salads and dressings, side dish

Time 25m

Yield 8 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 serrano chile, halved
1 whole dried star anise
7 to 8 cups mixed cut fruit, like kiwi, peaches, plums, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, mango, pineapple, oranges, grapefruit, pears or bananas
2 teaspoons chopped tarragon
2 teaspoons chopped basil
Flaky sea salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Mascarpone or crumbled ricotta salata, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

Place sugar, 3/4 cup water, chile and star anise in a small pot and bring to a boil. Simmer for 10 to 15 minutes until the mixture is as thick as maple syrup and spicy tasting. Strain syrup. (Syrup can be made up to 1 week in advance; store in the refrigerator.)
Toss fruit with half of the sugar syrup, the tarragon and the basil. Add more syrup to taste, depending on how sweet and spicy you want the salad. Season very lightly with salt and pepper. If desired, add dollops of mascarpone or crumbled ricotta salata on top.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 102, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 307 milligrams, Sugar 24 grams

GRILLED SPICY SHRIMP WITH FRESH PLUMS + BELGIAN ENDIVE SALAD WITH PASSION FRUIT VINAIGRETTE

GRILLED SPICY SHRIMP WITH FRESH PLUMS + BELGIAN ENDIVE SALAD WITH PASSION FRUIT VINAIGRETTE image

Categories Shellfish

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

GRILLED SPICY SHRIMP WITH FRESH PLUMS + BELGIAN ENDIVE SALAD
10 pieces fresh shrimp
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Pinch fresh ground pepper
1 tablespoon srirachi chile pepper paste
4 whole fresh plums sliced in half, pit removed, sliced slivers
4 whole pieces of Belgian endive, sliced on the bias
1 small red onion, sliced thin
PASSION FRUIT VINAIGRETTE
1/2 cup passion fruit puree
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
1/8 cup aged sherry vinegar
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper

Steps:

GRILLED SPICY SHRIMP WITH FRESH PLUMS + BELGIAN ENDIVE SALAD INSTRUCTIONS: * Combine olive oil, chile pepper paste and ground pepper-marinate shrimp for at least one hour. * Grill shrimp on one side for 2 minutes, then turn and finish (1 minute) and set aside. * Mix endive, plums and red onion in a bowl, then add 1 teaspoon of sherry vinegar and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. * Add salt and pepper to taste and mix garnish with chives. * Place shrimp on salad, drizzle on passion fruit vinaigrette. PASSION FRUIT VINAIGRETTE INSTRUCTIONS: * Puree in blender all ingredients except olive oil. * Add olive oil slowly while machine is on-add all of the oil gradually. * Add salt and pepper to taste.

SPICY STAR-FRUIT SALAD WITH MINT

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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 5m

Yield 8 appetizer or 4 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/4 cup fresh coconut juice or water
1 teaspoon rice-wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1 red Thai chili, seeded and finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon fish sauce (see note)
2 star fruits, thinly sliced
1 unripe banana, peeled and thinly sliced
1 cucumber, peeled, seeded and thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped mint leaves

Steps:

In a medium bowl, whisk together the coconut juice, vinegar, sugar, chili, garlic, lime juice and fish sauce. Add the remaining ingredients and toss to coat. Serve with fragrant beef (see recipe).

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 35, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 181 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

Tips:

Choose ripe, seasonal fruits for the best flavor.
Use a variety of fruits to create a colorful and flavorful salad.
Be sure to wash the fruits thoroughly before cutting them.
If you are using spicy peppers, be sure to remove the seeds and ribs before chopping them.
Add the chiles and lime juice to taste, starting with a small amount and adding more until you reach the desired flavor.
Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Spicy fruit salad is a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy fresh fruits. It is a perfect dish for a summer party or potluck. The combination of sweet fruits and spicy chiles is sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a unique and flavorful salad, give this spicy fruit salad a try.