CREAMY MIXED FRUIT SALAD

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CREAMY MIXED FRUIT SALAD

Ingredients (2–3 servings)

  • 1 cup strawberries, chopped

  • 1 banana, sliced

  • ½ cup grapes (red or green)

  • ½ cup mango cubes

  • ½ cup kiwi cubes

  • ½ cup apple cubes (optional)

  • ½ cup pineapple chunks

  • ½–¾ cup yogurt (plain or vanilla)

  • 1–2 tbsp honey, or sugar to taste

  • A whisper of lemon juice (½ tsp—keeps fruits bright)

  • A few mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the fruits:
    Give all fruits a gentle wash. Chop them into friendly bite-size pieces, as if arranging little guests for a mellow gathering in a bowl.

  2. Keep bananas bright:
    Toss the banana slices with a few drops of lemon juice so they stay sunny instead of sulking into brown.

  3. Mix the dressing:
    In a separate bowl, combine yogurt and honey. Stir until it becomes a soft, glossy swirl. Adjust sweetness according to your taste.

  4. Assemble:
    Add all chopped fruits to a mixing bowl. Pour the yogurt mixture over them. Fold gently—more like turning pages of a delicate book than stirring batter.

  5. Chill (optional but rewarding):
    Let it rest in the fridge for 10–15 minutes so flavors mingle.

  6. Serve:
    Spoon into a bowl, crown with mint, and enjoy.

Q&A (Concise & Helpful)

Q: Can I use flavored yogurt?
A: Absolutely. Vanilla gives a mellow sweetness; strawberry makes the bowl blush. Just adjust honey accordingly.

Q: How do I keep apples and bananas from browning?
A: A tiny squeeze of lemon juice works like a polite charm—keeps colors fresh without adding sourness.

Q: What fruits should I avoid?
A: Watermelon releases too much liquid and may turn the salad into a fruity tide pool.

Q: Can this be made ahead?
A: Yes, but add banana right before serving. Otherwise it may turn moody.

Q: Any lighter version?
A: Swap regular yogurt for Greek yogurt and honey for stevia. It becomes a calmer, protein-rich companion.

Q: Can I add nuts?
A: Walnuts, almonds, or pistachios add a lovely crunch—sprinkle just before serving.

If you’d like, I can craft a nutrition breakdown, a variation (e.g., cream-based, custard-based), or a shorter printable version 🍒

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