Description
Creamy fruit salad is a refreshing and easy-to-make dish featuring a variety of fresh fruits coated in a light, sweet, and tangy cream dressing. Perfect as a side, snack, or dessert, it’s ideal for picnics, potlucks, and everyday meals.
Ingredients
- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup seedless grapes, halved
- 2 bananas, sliced
- 1 apple, diced
- 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 mango, diced
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
- 3/4 cup plain or vanilla yogurt (or sour cream)
- 2 tbsp sweetened condensed milk or honey/maple syrup (optional)
- 1 tbsp lemon or lime juice
- Optional: 1/4 cup shredded coconut
- Optional: 1/2 cup mini marshmallows
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped nuts or raisins
Instructions
- Wash and chop all the fruits into bite-sized pieces. Pat them dry with a paper towel to reduce excess moisture.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together yogurt (or sour cream), sweetened condensed milk or syrup (if using), and lemon or lime juice until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine all the prepared fruits. Pour the cream dressing over the fruits.
- Gently fold the mixture until all fruits are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill and allow flavors to meld.
- Just before serving, stir the salad gently and optionally top with marshmallows, coconut, or nuts.
Notes
Use lemon or lime juice to help prevent browning of bananas and apples.Customize the fruits based on seasonality or preference.Use flavored yogurt for added taste—adjust sweetness accordingly.For a vegan version, use dairy-free yogurt and maple syrup.Best enjoyed within 24 hours for optimal freshness and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
