This tropical fruit salad is a refreshing and flavorful way to enjoy the summer harvest. The papaya provides a sweet and juicy base, while the passion fruit adds a tart and tangy contrast. The mint adds a refreshing flavor, and the lime juice helps to brighten the flavors. This salad is easy to make and can be enjoyed as a snack or as a side dish.
This recipe was inspired by a trip to Hawaii, where I was lucky enough to enjoy fresh papaya and passion fruit straight from the tree. The combination of these two fruits was so delicious that I knew I had to create a recipe to share with my readers. I experimented with different combinations of ingredients and flavors until I came up with this salad, which I think is the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and refreshing. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
1 papaya
1 passion fruit
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
Juice of 1 lime
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Cut the papaya in half and remove the seeds. Cut the flesh into cubes.
Cut the passion fruit in half and scoop out the pulp.
In a large bowl, combine the papaya, passion fruit, mint, lime juice, olive oil, salt and pepper.
Toss to coat evenly.
Serve immediately.
Why It Works
The combination of papaya and passion fruit is a perfect balance of sweet and tart.
The mint adds a refreshing flavor that helps to brighten the flavors of the fruit.
The lime juice helps to brighten the flavors of the fruit and adds a bit of acidity.
The olive oil helps to coat the fruit and prevents it from becoming too dry.
The salt and pepper help to enhance the flavors of the fruit.