Dragon Fruit Salad with Ginger & Mint

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
6%
Dragon Fruit Salad with Ginger & Mint
5 min.
4
11kcal

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Welcome to a refreshing culinary adventure that brings the vibrant colors and unique flavors of dragon fruit to your table! Our Dragon Fruit Salad with Ginger & Mint is a delightful dish that not only looks stunning but also tantalizes your taste buds with its tropical essence. It’s the perfect fusion of sweet and zesty, brought to life with the zing of fresh ginger and the invigorating aroma of mint.

This salad is a wonderful choice for those seeking a light and healthy side dish or a refreshing starter for any gathering. In just five minutes, you can whip up a vegan, gluten-free, and low FODMAP treat that is sure to impress your guests. The bold pink and green hues of the dragon fruit create an eye-catching presentation, while the combination of lime juice and fragrant herbs elevates the dish to new heights.

Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue, enjoying a cozy afternoon snack, or simply looking to add a pop of color to your meal, this salad serves as a delightful complement to any occasion. Plus, with just a handful of wholesome ingredients, it’s as easy to make as it is delicious. So grab your knife and bowl, and let’s dive into the world of fresh flavors with this quick and delightful salad!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon ginger fresh finely minced peeled
  •  limes juiced for garnish
  • tablespoon mint leaves minced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • knife

Directions

  1. Cut the fruit in half length wise. Then, as you would an avocado use a small knife slice the flesh of the fruit from top to bottom and from side to side creating a ½ inch grid pattern. Take care to slice all the way through the flesh but not through the skins. Then use a large soup spoon or serving spoon to scoop out the diced fruit into a medium bowl. Repeat with all the halves. Retaining the hollowed out skins.Toss the fruit chunks with the minced mint, ginger and juice from 2 limes.Return the salad to the hollowed out skins to serve as individual bowls of salad.
  2. Garnish with additional lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Calories11kcal
Protein6.78%
Fat4.3%
Carbs88.92%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.75
Glycemic Load
0.83
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.3608695825805%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.39mg
Hesperetin
14.53mg
Naringenin
1.14mg
Apigenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.16mg
Quercetin
0.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:11.13kcal
0.56%
Fat:0.08g
0.12%
Saturated Fat:0.01g
0.07%
Carbohydrates:3.75g
1.25%
Net Carbohydrates:2.7g
0.98%
Sugar:0.57g
0.63%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:1.09mg
0.05%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.29g
0.57%
Vitamin C:10.16mg
12.31%
Fiber:1.04g
4.17%
Iron:0.27mg
1.48%
Calcium:14.13mg
1.41%
Vitamin A:69.85IU
1.4%
Copper:0.03mg
1.32%
Potassium:42.32mg
1.21%
Folate:4.13µg
1.03%
Source:SippitySup