Mango Chile Lime Fruit Cups (Printer-Friendly)

Tropical fruit with lime and chili makes a flavorful, fresh snack ready in just 15 minutes.

# What You Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 3 large ripe mangoes, peeled, pitted, and diced
02 - 1 cup diced pineapple (optional)
03 - 1 cup diced watermelon (optional)

→ Seasonings

04 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
05 - 1 tablespoon Tajín or chili-lime seasoning
06 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
07 - 1 tablespoon agave syrup or honey (optional, for extra sweetness)

→ Garnish

08 - Extra lime wedges
09 - Fresh cilantro leaves (optional)

# How to Cook:

01 - Peel, pit, and dice the mangoes into bite-sized cubes. Dice pineapple and watermelon if using.
02 - Place the mango, pineapple, and watermelon in a large mixing bowl.
03 - Drizzle fresh lime juice over the fruit and sprinkle with chili-lime seasoning and sea salt.
04 - Add agave syrup or honey for extra sweetness if desired. Gently toss to coat all fruit pieces evenly.
05 - Divide the fruit mixture evenly into four serving cups or bowls.
06 - Top each fruit cup with lime wedges and fresh cilantro leaves if desired.
07 - Serve promptly or refrigerate fruit cups until ready to enjoy.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This combo of sweet, tart, and spicy feels like the grown-up version of fruit salad.
  • The prep is fast enough to impress guests or treat yourself without breaking a sweat.
02 -
  • Too much chili-lime seasoning can overpower the fruit—start light and taste before adding.
  • Letting the fruit sit together for a few minutes before serving makes the flavors meld beautifully.
03 -
  • Rubbing the limes between your palms before slicing releases extra juice.
  • Letting diced mangoes sit with lime juice for 5 minutes deepens the flavor and makes them shine.
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