Best 11 Spicy Star Fruit Salad With Mint Recipes

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**Tantalize your taste buds with a symphony of flavors in our Spicy Star Fruit Salad with Mint.** This refreshing and tangy salad features the unique crunch and subtle sweetness of star fruit, complemented by a medley of zesty spices and aromatic mint. Experience a burst of flavors with each bite, as the spiciness dances on your tongue and the cooling mint soothes your senses. This salad is a delightful balance of sweet, sour, and spicy, making it a perfect side dish or light lunch. You'll also find a collection of other enticing recipes within this article, including a zesty Star Fruit Salsa, a tangy Star Fruit Chutney, and a refreshing Star Fruit Agua Fresca. Embark on a culinary journey as you explore the versatility of this tropical fruit and create a symphony of flavors in your kitchen.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

FRESH FRUIT AND MINT SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings, approximately 5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 papaya or mango
1 cup strawberries
2 kiwis
1 banana
2 navel oranges
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon Grand Marnier, optional
3 to 5 sprigs fresh mint
1 cup raspberries or blueberries

Steps:

  • Peel and dice the mango or papaya, and put in a medium bowl. Trim the strawberries' stems and half or quarter, if large. Add to the bowl of fruit. Peel and dice the kiwi, add to bowl. Peel and slice the bananas, add to bowl.
  • Cut the top and bottom off the oranges just deep enough to expose the inner fruit. Following the curve of the fruit cut the skin and pith off the orange in panels. Holding the orange over the bowl cut between the membranes to free the citrus segments. Let them fall into the bowl as they are cut free. By hand, squeeze all the juice from the remaining membrane over the fruit, then discard. Repeat with the other orange.
  • Lightly stir the honey and Grand Marnier, if using, into the fruit. Strip the mint leaves off the stem, tear, or chop into smaller pieces, and stir into the fruit salad. Add the berries and set aside for 10 minutes or up to 2 hours.
  • Serve.
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COWBOY FRUIT SALAD



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup sugar
1 jalapeno, cut lengthways and seeded
Zest and juice of 1/2 lime
1 cup hulled and halved strawberries
1 cup cubed honeydew melon
1 cup green seedless grapes, halved lengthwise
1 cup red seedless grapes, halved lengthwise
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped

Steps:

  • For the spicy syrup: Put the sugar, jalapeno and 1/2 cup water in a pan and bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar has dissolved. Reduce the heat and simmer until the liquid has reduced to a thin syrup, about 10 minutes. Remove the jalapeno. Let the syrup cool, then add the lime zest and juice.
  • For the cowboy fruit salad: Add the strawberries, melon and green and red grapes to a bowl, pour over all of the syrup and toss. Sprinkle over the mint leaves.

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

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

MINTED FRUIT SALAD



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Filled with the season's best and freshest fruit, this salad shouts summer. The hint of mint adds a refreshing note to the colorful compote.-Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup unsweetened apple juice
2 tablespoons honey
4 teaspoons finely chopped crystallized ginger
4 teaspoons lemon juice
4 cups cantaloupe balls
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1 cup fresh blueberries
2 teaspoons chopped fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the apple juice, honey, ginger and lemon juice. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until mixture is reduced to 3/4 cup. Remove from the heat. Cool., In a serving bowl, combine the cantaloupe, strawberries, blueberries and mint. Drizzle with cooled apple juice mixture; gently toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 14mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 2g 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

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

SPICY SOUTHWESTERN FRUIT SALAD



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This colorful fruit salad is special enough for company or to take to a potluck dinner. It's easy to double the recipe or swap in different fruits depending on what your family prefers. -Paula Marchesi, Lenhartsville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 cup cubed peeled mango
1 cup cubed peeled papaya
1 cup cubed peeled fresh peaches
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1/3 cup chopped dried apricots
1/3 cup flaked coconut
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1 cup corn chips, lightly crushed
CHIPOTLE-COCONUT DRESSING:
1/4 cup coconut milk
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon brown sugar
Optional: Additional corn chips or flaked coconut

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the coconut milk, lime juice, vinegar, chipotle, garlic, cayenne and brown sugar. Drizzle over fruit mixture; toss to coat. Sprinkle with additional corn chips or coconut if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 65mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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

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

STAR FRUIT SALAD



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My husband and I are both trying to lose weight. We've found that this delicious combination makes a nutritious snack. -Kristin McPherson, Moultrie, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup vanilla yogurt
1-1/2 teaspoons honey
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1 snack-size carton (4 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1/2 small apple, chopped
4 small strawberries, sliced
1 small star fruit, sliced
1 small plum, sliced
2 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, honey and lemon juice. Add fruit; toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Sprinkle with pecans if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 41mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SUMMER FRUIT SALAD WITH A LEMON, HONEY, AND MINT DRESSING



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A simply elegant fruit salad paired with a sweet and tangy lemon-mint dressing

Provided by TimTanguay

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes     Strawberry Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups cubed seeded watermelon
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
2 large fresh peaches, cut into cubes
2 large nectarines, cut into cubes
1 red Anjou pear, cut into cubes
1 cup seedless grapes, halved
2 lemons, juiced
¼ cup minced fresh mint (chocolate mint preferred)
½ lemon, zested
1 tablespoon honey (fireweed honey preferred)

Steps:

  • Combine watermelon, strawberries, peaches, nectarines, pear, and grapes in a large mixing bowl.
  • Whisk lemon juice, mint, lemon zest, and honey together in a small bowl; drizzle over the fruit mixture and toss to coat.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99 calories, Carbohydrate 24.8 g, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 3.2 mg, Sugar 19.9 g

MINTY FRUIT SALAD



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Summer is the season of stone fruit - juicy cherries, sweet peaches, perfect plums. Add a little mint and honey and you've got an amazing summer salad that is a turn away from the usual melon-heavy versions popular on picnic tables and at barbecues.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     breakfast, easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 1/2 to 5 pounds chopped fresh stone fruit
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup fresh chopped mint leaves
1 tablespoon honey

Steps:

  • Add chopped fresh stone fruit (any of the following: peaches, cherries, plums, nectarines, apricots or mangoes), orange juice, mint leaves and honey. Stir and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 187, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 49 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 18 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams

MINTY FRUIT SALAD



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Refreshing mint gives the gorgeous salad an unusual twist. It's a "must" on my brunch buffet. Even people who aren't big fruit eaters devour this colorful combination...then ask for the recipe. -Becky Murdock of Hernando, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups cubed honeydew
2 cups halved fresh strawberries
1 cup sliced ripe banana
1 cup grapefruit segments
1 cup sliced halved peeled kiwifruit
1 cup mandarin oranges
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup orange juice
1/3 cup lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon peppermint extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the fruit. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Drizzle over fruit; gently stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 6mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • To select the ripest star fruit, look for ones that have a deep yellow or orange peel with smooth, plump flesh. Avoid fruits with bruises or soft spots.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the star fruit into thin slices. This will help to prevent the fruit from browning.
  • If you don't have fresh mint on hand, you can substitute dried mint or another herb, such as cilantro or basil.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of chili pepper to your taste. If you like a spicy salad, add more chili pepper. If you prefer a milder salad, use less.
  • This salad is best served fresh. However, you can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Conclusion:

Spicy star fruit salad with mint is a refreshing and flavorful salad that's perfect for a summer meal. The star fruit adds a unique sweetness and crunch, while the mint adds a refreshing flavor. The chili pepper gives the salad a bit of a kick, making it a perfect dish for those who enjoy spicy food. This salad is also very easy to make, making it a great option for busy weeknights. So next time you're looking for a light and refreshing salad, give this spicy star fruit salad with mint a try. You won't be disappointed!

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