Tropical Bliss Pineapple Fruit (Printable)

A colorful tropical fruit medley nestled in a pineapple shell topped with coconut and mint.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 1 large ripe pineapple
02 - 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
03 - 1 cup seedless watermelon, diced
04 - 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
05 - 1/2 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
06 - 1/2 cup blueberries

→ Dressing

07 - Juice of 1 lime
08 - 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup (optional)

→ Garnish

09 - 2 tablespoons shredded coconut (unsweetened or sweetened)
10 - Fresh mint leaves

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Cut the pineapple in half lengthwise, keeping the leaves intact for presentation.
02 - Carefully cut around the edge of each pineapple half and scoop out the flesh, leaving a 1/2-inch shell to create boats. Dice the flesh, discarding the tough core.
03 - In a large bowl, mix the diced pineapple, mango, watermelon, kiwi, strawberries, and blueberries evenly.
04 - Whisk lime juice with honey or agave syrup in a small bowl, if using. Drizzle over the fruit and gently toss to combine.
05 - Spoon the fruit mixture into the pineapple shells evenly.
06 - Sprinkle shredded coconut atop the filled boats and decorate with fresh mint leaves.
07 - Serve immediately, chilled if preferred.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Refreshing tropical flavors
  • Perfect for summer gatherings
02 -
  • Contains coconut which may be allergenic to some individuals
  • If using honey this recipe is not suitable for strict vegans
03 -
  • Keep the pineapple leaves attached for a beautiful presentation
  • Use fresh ripe fruits for the best flavor balance
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