Best Mexican Fruit Salad Recipe

This Mexican fruit salad recipe is refreshing, and bursting with juicy and sweet fruits that will make your taste buds salsa dance! Tropical fruits paired with citrus, strawberries, and grapes in a light honey-lime Tajin dressing.

Whether you are planning for Cinco de Mayo, just love Mexican food, or want to highlight summer fruit, this simple Mexican fruit salad is the perfect addition to your summer months.

Lighter and different than a creamy fruit salad or the popular bionico salad sold by street vendors in Jalisco, Mexico. This fresh fruit salad does not have a sweet cream sauce but instead is dressed in light, honey-lime sauce with a touch of chile-lime salt. 

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Simple Ingredients

• Mango | Choose a ripe mango and have it peeled and diced for the salad.
• Orange | Peeled and chopped oranges, try and get all the white pith off.
• Pineapple | There’s no need for a massive pineapple. So, go ahead and choose a small one and have it diced for the recipe. If easier, buy a container of diced pineapple instead.
• Strawberries | Toss in some sweet sliced strawberries.
• Grapes | One cup of seedless grapes will do the trick!
• Limes | About four to six limes will produce the right amount of juice for the fruit salad. Freshly squeezed is best (my favorite citrus press). Remember to gently roll the limes on the counter before juicing. 
• Honey | Just a couple of spoonfuls of honey adds the perfect sugary sweetness to your fruit salad.
• Cinnamon | Sprinkle in some ground cinnamon for a grounding and cozy spice.
• Tajin seasoning | Tajin seasoning is found with spices in your grocery store or near the produce section. It is an all-natural, sugar-free, gluten-free chili powder, lime, and salt blend. If you don’t have it, you can substitute it with chili powder or another chili lime seasoning. Check out a variety of ways to use it below. 
• Mint | Finally, garnish the fruit salad with refreshing mint leaves, if desired. Don’t leave this herb out, it really adds vibrant flavor and zest. 

How to Make Mexican Fruit Salad

Start by slicing and dicing all the fresh fruit. Next, combine the mango, oranges, pineapple, strawberries, and grapes in a large bowl. Check out how to cut mangoes on my Tropical fruit salad post.

In a separate small bowl, whisk the fresh lime juice, honey, cinnamon, and Tajin seasoning until the ingredients are well combined.

Then, pour the homemade dressing over the fruit and gently toss it to coat completely.

Next, cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour to chill, and transfer to a big serving bowl.

Finally, before serving your delicious creation, gently stir the salad and garnish it with fresh mint leaves, if desired. Then, dig in!

Nothing would pair better with this refreshing recipe than a chilled and salted glass of Margarita– with or without alcohol! Try my Healthy Hibiscus Margaritas or these 4 Ingredient Margaritas and make these Pomegranate margaritas, not just for the holidays!! Or pour yourself a glass of this irresistible Pomegranate Sangria– It’s DELISH and perfect for those hot summer days.

What is Tajin Seasoning?

Tajin Clasico is a delicious and unique blend of 100% natural mild chili peppers, lime & sea salt. A seasoning salt that has a bit of spice, a bit of lime and a bit of salt! It is dairy-free, gluten-free sugar-free, all-natural and kosher — it’s a party in a shaker jar!

11 Different Ways to Use Tajin Seasoning

So many ways to use this vibrant spice mixture! 

1. Sprinkle on chicken, fish, steak and shellfish and grill, bake or saute away. These kabobs!!
2. Replace paprika or chile powder with Tajin for any meat rub. 
3. Add some when making chili for a Mexican twist.
4. Guacamole! It might be all you will need! Try it, taste it, adjust it!
5. Making Queso? Before serving add a sprinkle to the top, oh my!
6. Add a dash or three to your roasted veggies! Think cauliflower, broccoli, potatoes, corn on the cob (sigh!), squash and more!
7. Add to your favorite ranch or blue cheese dip or dressing, then dip away or add to salads.
8. A sprinkle on watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew, pineapple, jicama or any fresh fruit. 
9. Add a dusting to sorbets, popsicles and ice creams. 
10. Give movie night a kick, sprinkle over fresh popped popcorn!
11. Lastly, rim your next margarita or this frozen Paloma with Tajin seasoning! Sweet and a bit of spice! 

What Other Fruits can I use for my Mexican Fruit Salad Recipe

Add or remove fruit, melons, and berries to suit your tastes!

• Try papaya, watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew melon, or, if you’re feeling exotic, toss in some dragonfruit!
• I personally love crunchy jicama and cucumber is delicious too!! 
• Add your favorite berries; blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, pitted cherries.
• When they are in season, add nectarines, peaches, plums or your favorite stone fruit.
• Pears and apples would also be amazing!
• Finally, add some sliced bananas, and dip them in a little lime or lemon juice before adding so they won’t turn brown.

Variations & Substitutions

• Toppings: Add some extra texture and flavor to your salad by including toasted coconut, chopped nuts, or even a drizzle of pure honey.
• Mexican Fruit Cups: For a beautiful presentation, hollow out your oranges to serve individual bowls of this delicious Mexican fruit salad inside. Or place in cups or small bowls.
• Substitute half of the lime juice for fresh squeezed orange juice for a slightly different, sweet fruit salad. 
• If you don’t have Tajin, replace it with a pinch of ancho chili powder or another chili-lime seasoning.
• Make it a Sundae | Chop the fruit a little smaller and serve over ice cream for a Mexican take on an ice cream sundae!

Storage Tips

Refrigerate – If you’re making this recipe ahead of time or have some yummy leftovers, you can store it in the refrigerator for three to five days in an airtight container. This recipe is even tastier when it has some time to sit! However, after about 24 hours in the fridge, the fruit will begin releasing a little more juice than you’d like, compromising the texture and flavor.

How to Freeze Fruit Salad – Place leftover Mexican fruit salad in a freezer-safe bag or container and place it in the freezer. The honey dressing will help the dish preserve better than if it was fruit alone, but it shouldn’t be left in the freezer for longer than eight weeks for the best results. Let it thaw overnight in the fridge before serving it again. Remember that the texture will likely be a little soggy or mushy compared to when you serve this recipe freshly made. Or even better, enjoy it frozen by using it in a smoothie! 

Frequently Asked Questions

What to serve with Mexican Fruit Salad Recipe

1. This would be splendid with my Instant Pot Carnitas recipe, full of citrus notes. 
2. Take your Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowl Recipe over the top!
3. Keep the Mexican theme and serve with these Cheesy Enchiladas and this Spanish Rice.

Best Main Dishes for Mexican Salad

The next time you want a good fruit salad with your dinner, make this one! I love serving this recipe with my Barbacoa Tacos with tender chuck roast and tangy Mexican flavors.

Easy Desserts to Serve with the Best Mexican Fruit Salad

After eating the last little bit of your homemade Mexican Salad, top off the night with a delicious dessert! The fruity taste of the salad pairs wonderfully with Old Fashioned Lemon Squares .

Similarly, this Easy Peach Dump Cake Recipe, made with fresh peaches and sprinkled with crunchy streusel, is also the perfect fruity dessert for your Mexican fruit salad recipe. Be sure to check out all of my Mexican recipes.

More Fruit Salad Twists!

• Tropical Mango Fruit Salad
• Strawberry Rhubarb Salad with Rhubarb Dressing
• Sweet Maple Apple Pecan Salad with Strawberries and Goat Cheese

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