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Mexican Fruit Cups Recipe

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These vibrant Mexican Fruit Cups are a refreshing and tangy snack perfect for hot days or festive gatherings. Combining a colorful mix of mango, pineapple, jicama, watermelon, and cucumber, each cup is seasoned with zesty lime juice, spicy Tajin seasoning, and a drizzle of tangy chamoy sauce. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, this fresh fruit treat offers a delightful blend of sweet, spicy, and tart flavors that celebrate traditional Mexican street food culture.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Fruits

  • 2 mangoes, peeled, seeded and cut into spears or cubes (about 2 cups)
  • 1 small pineapple, peeled, cored and cubed (about 4 cups)
  • 1 jicama, peeled and cut into spears or cubes (about 2 cups)
  • 1/2 small seedless watermelon, peeled and cut into spears or cubes (about 4 cups)
  • 2 seedless cucumbers (English cucumbers), cut into spears

Seasonings and Garnishes

  • Tajin seasoning, to taste (about 1/2 teaspoon per cup of fruit)
  • Chamoy sauce, to taste (about 1 tablespoon per cup of fruit)
  • 2 medium limes, juice plus wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Fruit: Place the mango, pineapple, jicama, watermelon, and cucumber pieces into a large bowl, ensuring all fruit is cut into uniform spears or cubes for even mixing and serving.
  2. Add Lime Juice: Drizzle the fruit with fresh lime juice to taste—start with the juice of half a lime and add more as desired for brightness. Gently toss the fruit to combine the citrus evenly without bruising the pieces.
  3. Assemble Fruit Cups: Distribute the lime-dressed fruit mixture evenly into individual serving cups for easy portioning and presentation.
  4. Season and Garnish: Drizzle each fruit cup with chamoy sauce and sprinkle with Tajin seasoning according to taste preferences—generally about 1 tablespoon of chamoy and 1/2 teaspoon of Tajin per cup. Garnish each cup with a small lime wedge for extra zest and visual appeal.
  5. Serve: Present the fruit cups immediately to enjoy their fresh, tangy flavors, or chill briefly before serving for a cooler treat.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of Chamoy and Tajin based on your spice preference; start with the recommended amounts then increase if desired.
  • For a sweeter variation, drizzle a bit of honey before adding lime juice to balance the tartness.
  • Use seedless varieties of watermelon and cucumber for easier eating.
  • This recipe is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 4 hours before assembling the cups.
  • To make it vegan and gluten free, ensure the chamoy sauce used does not contain animal products or gluten additives.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/mexican-fruit-cups-recipe/