Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.33 cup

lime juice

0.66 cup

orange juice

2 cup

pineapple

diced

2 cup

jicama

diced

2 cup

mango

diced

1 dash

Hot sauce

to taste

1 pinch

Chili powder

to taste

0.25 cup

cotija or feta cheese

crumbled

Step 1
~2 min

Mix lime and orange juices in a bowl.

Step 2
~2 min

Dice pineapple into 1/4- to 1/2-inch pieces.

Step 3
~2 min

Dice jicama into 1/4- to 1/2-inch pieces.

Step 4
~2 min

Dice mango into 1/4- to 1/2-inch pieces.

Step 5
~2 min

In each of 4 tall glasses, layer 1/4 cup diced pineapple, 1/4 cup diced jicama, and 1/4 cup diced mango.

Step 6
~2 min

In a bowl, combine the remaining pineapple, jicama, and mango.

Step 7
~2 min

Spoon the remaining fruit mixture equally into each glass.

Step 8
~2 min

Pour the lime-orange juice mixture equally into each glass.

Step 9
~2 min

Top each serving with hot sauce and chili powder to taste.

Step 10
~2 min

Sprinkle each serving with 1 tablespoon of crumbled cotija or feta cheese.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Chill the fruit before dicing for a colder gazpacho

Add a splash of tequila for an adult version

Adjust the amount of hot sauce and chili powder to your liking

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made a few hours in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium (fruity)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer or light lunch

Pair with grilled shrimp or fish tacos

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled fish
Shrimp tacos

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Popular in warmer regions as a refreshing dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Summer parties

Occasion Tags

Summer party
Cinco de Mayo
Brunch

Popularity Score

75/100

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