🍓 Creamy Fruit Salad with Fresh Mint
A tropical, juicy fruit medley kissed with creamy yogurt and cooling mint.
📝 Description:
This colorful, creamy fruit salad brings together the natural sweetness of tropical fruits with the zing of fresh mint and a light yogurt dressing. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, picnics, or a refreshing dessert, it’s a crowd-pleaser that feels decadent but stays wholesome.
🍽️ Ingredients:
🍉 Fruit Base:
- 1 cup pineapple, diced
- 1 cup kiwi, peeled and diced
- 1 cup strawberries, hulled and diced
- 1 cup papaya, peeled and diced
🥣 Creamy Dressing:
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt for dairy-free)
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp fresh mint, finely chopped (+ extra for garnish)
- Optional: A dash of vanilla extract or cinnamon
👩🍳 Instructions:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the yogurt, honey/maple syrup, lime juice, chopped mint, and optional vanilla or cinnamon.
- In a large bowl, combine all diced fruit.
- Pour the creamy dressing over the fruit and gently toss until everything is well coated.
- Chill for 10–15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Garnish with extra mint just before serving.
📝 Notes:
- Best enjoyed the same day — the fruit will release juices if stored too long.
- Feel free to swap in mango, grapes, banana, blueberries, or melon based on seasonality.
- For a thinner dressing, add 1–2 tsp milk or citrus juice.
💡 Tips:
- Use ripe but firm fruit for best texture.
- If prepping ahead, keep fruit and dressing separate and mix just before serving.
- Try toasting coconut flakes or chopped almonds for added crunch on top.
🍽️ Servings:
- Serves 4–5 as a side or dessert
🔢 Nutritional Info (Approx. per serving, serves 4):
- Calories: 130
- Protein: 4g
- Carbs: 24g
- Sugars: 20g (mostly natural)
- Fat: 2g
- Fiber: 3g
✅ Benefits:
- Rich in vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants
- Naturally gluten-free and vegetarian
- Can be made dairy-free
- Great for hydration, digestion, and post-workout recovery
- Light yet satisfying — perfect for hot days!
❓ Q&A:
Q: Can I make it ahead of time?
A: Yes — but for best texture, mix the fruit and dressing no more than 1–2 hours before serving.
Q: Can I use frozen fruit?
A: Fresh is best for texture, but thawed frozen fruit can work in a pinch. Drain excess liquid first.
Q: What can I substitute for honey?
A: Maple syrup, agave nectar, or a sugar-free sweetener if desired.
Q: Is it suitable for toddlers/kids?
A: Absolutely! It’s a naturally sweet, fun, and nutritious option.