| Prep: 20 mins | Cook: No cooking required | Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 150 | 1g | 0g | 36g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 28g | 4g | 2g | 0.01g |
If there’s one thing I discovered after leaving my homeland of Nebraska for the wider world, it’s that ‘comfort’ isn’t restricted to heartland casseroles or classic beef stews. In fact, when it comes to comfort and culinary satisfaction, the Monstera Deliciosa Fruit Salad reigns supreme. As much as cornbread and succotash may speak to my roots, there’s something irresistibly comforting – and surprisingly heart-healthy – about this unique, vibrant fruit salad.
It’s All About Freshness
Like those farm-to-table meals of my childhood, the centerpiece of this recipe is the use of fresh, quality ingredients. The Monstera Deliciosa, otherwise known as the Swiss Cheese Plant, is a strange, wonderful fruit that carries a fruit-salad flavor all on its own. Teamed up with other fruits like strawberries, bananas, and exotic mango, its punchy flavor profile really shines through. But it’s not just about taste – these fruits are packed with vitamins and antioxidants, making this dish as good for your body as it is for your taste buds.
A Coincidental, but Mentor-worthy Inclusion
The inclusion of honey in the Monstera Deliciosa Fruit Salad recipe was pure coincidence, but it makes me chuckle to think of it as a nod towards the sweetness of my church community back in Nebraska. Besides being a delicious, natural sweetener, honey boasts anti-inflammatory and antioxidant-rich properties that add an extra healthful layer to this salad.
What I love most about this recipe is its flexibility. It would be perfect for a sunny outdoor gathering, or paired with a savory, grilled dish like grilled chicken with game day rub to cut through that smoky, hearty exterior with its crisp freshness. It’s both moreish and beneficial to your health, and that, my friends, is why I can’t help but love the Monstera Deliciosa Fruit Salad.
What You’ll Need
- 4 ripe Monstera Deliciosa fruits
- 2 cups of fresh strawberries, halved
- 2 large oranges, peeled and sectioned
- 2 large bananas, sliced
- 1 cup of fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 cup of fresh mango chunks
- 1/4 cup of honey
- 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon of fresh mint leaves, chopped
Method
Step One
Begin by carefully cutting your Monstera Deliciosa fruits. Remove the skin and extract the fruit, making sure to discard any seeds. Once done, slice the fruit into bite-sized pieces.
Step Two
Take your fresh strawberries and cut them in-half. With your large oranges, peel them thoroughly and section them into slices. Peel your bananas and slice them as well, and keep all your sliced fruits aside.
Step Three
Prepare your other fruits. Take your fresh pineapple chunks and fresh mango chunks and ensure they are in suitable bite-sized pieces. If not, cut them down to the desired size.
Step Four
Mix all your fruits. In a large bowl, combine your sliced Monstera Deliciosa, halved strawberries, orange sections, banana slices, pineapple chunks, and mango chunks. Mix them lightly but thoroughly to get a good assortment of fruits with each serving.
Step Five
Prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, combine your honey, fresh lime juice, and mint leaves, mixing them until they are well incorporated.
Step Six
Toss the fruit salad with the prepared dressing. Pour your mixed dressing over your fruit salad and toss it gently, ensuring that all pieces of fruit are coated with the dressing.
Step Seven
Serve the fruit salad. You can enjoy it immediately, or you can refrigerate it for an hour or two to let the flavors meld together. Enjoy your delicious and refreshing Monstera Deliciosa fruit salad!
