Honey Lime Fruit Toss

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
20%
Honey Lime Fruit Toss
10 min.
6
156kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and healthy side dish that can complement your main meal? Look no further! This Honey Lime Fruit Toss is the perfect solution. Not only is it vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free, but it's also ready in just 10 minutes, making it a fantastic option for busy lifestyles. Each serving comes in at a modest 156 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence.

The star of this dish is the delightful combination of fruits, including firm bananas, juicy mandarin oranges, sweet kiwifruit, and fresh strawberries, all complemented by the zesty lime and the natural sweetness of honey. The recipe also incorporates unsweetened pineapple chunks, adding a tropical flair and an extra layer of flavor.

What sets this Honey Lime Fruit Toss apart is its simple yet elegant dressing. A mixture of lime juice, honey, grated lime peel, and a bit of reserved pineapple juice is drizzled over the fruit, creating a perfect balance of sweet and tangy. This not only enhances the natural flavors of the fruit but also adds a beautiful glisten, making the dish visually appealing as well.

Whether you're looking to add a vibrant side to your dinner table, seeking a healthy snack, or planning a refreshing dessert, this Honey Lime Fruit Toss fits the bill. It's a versatile dish that can be enjoyed all year round, packed with nutrients and flavors that will delight your taste buds. So, why not give it a try and experience the sweet symphony of this fruit medley?

Ingredients

  • medium banana firm cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • 11 ounces mandarin oranges drained canned
  • tablespoon honey 
  •  kiwi fruit peeled halved sliced
  • tablespoons juice of lime 
  • 0.3 teaspoon lime zest grated
  • 20 ounces pineapple chunks unsweetened canned
  • cups strawberries fresh sliced

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Drain pineapple, reserving 1/4 cup juice; set juice aside. In a bowl, combine the pineapple, mandarin oranges, strawberries, bananas and kiwi.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the lime juice, honey, lime peel and reserved pineapple juice.
  3. Pour over fruit; gently toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts

Calories156kcal
Protein4.6%
Fat2.8%
Carbs92.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.62
Glycemic Load
8.71
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
11.733913027722%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.81mg
Petunidin
0.05mg
Delphinidin
0.15mg
Pelargonidin
11.93mg
Peonidin
0.02mg
Catechin
3.89mg
Epigallocatechin
0.37mg
Epicatechin
0.29mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Eriodictyol
0.11mg
Hesperetin
0.48mg
Naringenin
0.15mg
Luteolin
0.22mg
Kaempferol
0.6mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.59mg
Gallocatechin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:156.32kcal
7.82%
Fat:0.54g
0.82%
Saturated Fat:0.07g
0.44%
Carbohydrates:39.81g
13.27%
Net Carbohydrates:35.04g
12.74%
Sugar:30.6g
34%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:6.18mg
0.27%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.98g
3.95%
Vitamin C:82.35mg
99.82%
Fiber:4.77g
19.1%
Manganese:0.32mg
16.25%
Vitamin A:789.01IU
15.78%
Vitamin B6:0.28mg
14.07%
Vitamin K:14.17µg
13.49%
Potassium:469.93mg
13.43%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.69%
Copper:0.22mg
10.97%
Magnesium:42.08mg
10.52%
Folate:35.17µg
8.79%
Vitamin B3:1.07mg
5.35%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.99%
Vitamin E:0.68mg
4.54%
Iron:0.8mg
4.42%
Phosphorus:43.67mg
4.37%
Calcium:42.56mg
4.26%
Zinc:0.55mg
3.67%
Vitamin B5:0.26mg
2.56%
Selenium:1.27µg
1.81%