Tropical Fruit Salad with Lychees and Coconut Dress

Name: Tropical Fruit Salad with Lychees and Coconut Dressing or Balinese Lychee Fruit Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup coconut milk; Juice of 2 limes, plus 1 teaspoon lime zest; 2 tablespoons superfine sugar; 3 star anise; Pinch of salt; 6 fresh lychees, shell removed, pitted, and roughly chopped or 1-ounce can; 2 cups cored and cubed fresh pineapple; 2 cups cubed honeydew melon; 2 cups cubed cantaloupe; 2 cups cubed ripe papaya; 2 cup mangos, skin removed, pitted, and cut into cubes; Shredded coconut, for serving, optional

Servings: persons

1/2 cup coconut milk
Juice of 2 limes, plus 1 teaspoon lime zest
2 tablespoons superfine sugar
3 star anise
Pinch of salt
6 fresh lychees, shell removed, pitted, and roughly chopped or 1-ounce can
2 cups cored and cubed fresh pineapple
2 cups cubed honeydew melon
2 cups cubed cantaloupe
2 cups cubed ripe papaya
2 cup mangos, skin removed, pitted, and cut into cubes
Shredded coconut, for serving, optional

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Whisk the coconut milk, lime juice, lime zest, sugar, star anise, and salt together in a large bowl.
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Add the lychees, pineapple, honeydew melon, cantaloupe, papaya, and mangos.
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Gently toss to coat in the coconut milk dressing.
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Cover and refrigerate for about 1 hour or longer before serving.
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Prior to serving, remove the star anise and reserve for serving.
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Transfer the fruit salad to a serving platter or glasses.
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Top with the reserved star anise and shredded coconut, if desired, and serve.
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Calories: 150
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Total Fat: 5 grams
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Saturated Fat: 4 grams
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Total Carbohydrates: 29 grams
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Protein: 2 grams
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Sodium: 65 milligrams
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Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
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Fiber: 2.5 grams

545

kcal

Calories

Fat

141

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup coconut milk, Juice of 2 limes, plus 1 teaspoon lime zest, 2 tablespoons superfine sugar, 3 star anise, and more.

Yes, Tropical Fruit Salad with Lychees and Coconut Dressing or Balinese Lychee Fruit Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tropical Fruit Salad with Lychees and Coconut Dressing or Balinese Lychee Fruit Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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