Zesty Fruit Salad

Forget everything you think you know about fruit salad. This one bites back.

Papaya, kiwi, starfruit, and strawberries get tossed in a jalapeno-lime-cilantro dressing that wakes up all that tropical sweetness with a kick of green heat.

The lime juice brightens everything, the cilantro adds an herbal edge, and the jalapeno sneaks up on you just enough to keep things interesting.

It takes about 15 minutes to throw together and looks absolutely stunning on the plate, especially with those starfruit slices fanned across the top.

Kitchen Tips

• Seed the jalapeno completely for mild heat, or leave a few seeds in if you want the dressing to really sing
• Toss the salad gently so the softer fruits like papaya and kiwi don’t break down into mush
• Make the dressing first and let it sit while you prep the fruit so the flavors have time to meld
• Serve within an hour of tossing for the freshest texture, as the acid in the dressing will start to soften the fruit over time