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Sunlit Bliss: A Vegan Tropical Fruit Salad

This vegan Hawaiian dessert is a perfect blend of exotic fruits and sweet mint leaves, marinated in a lime syrup and garnished with honeyed mint leaves.

Time: Prep time: 10 minutes - Total time: 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Difficulty: Easy
Cuisine: Hawaiian, Vegan

Allergens

None

Ingredients

  • 2 cups mixed tropical fruit (pineapple, mango, kiwi, strawberries)
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 cup agave syrup
  • 1 tbsp honeyed mint leaves (to garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the fruits by washing and cutting them into bite sized pieces.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine lime juice and agave syrup to make the marinade.
  3. Gently toss the fruit in the marinade until well coated.
  4. Cover the bowl and let it rest for 15 minutes to allow the fruits to absorb the flavors.
  5. Arrange the fruits on a platter, drizzle with the remaining syrup, and garnish with honeyed mint leaves.

Chef’s Insight

The use of tropical fruits and mint leaves creates a refreshing, light dessert perfect for warm weather.

Notes

The honeyed mint leaves add a subtle hint of sweetness to the dish.

Cultural or Historical Background

This dish embodies the essence of Hawaii with its combination of fresh fruits and island flavors.