Creamy Fruit Salad

Here’s a delicious and refreshing Creamy Fruit Salad — perfect for summer, potlucks, or just a healthy-ish dessert treat. It’s loaded with fresh fruit and coated in a light, sweet, creamy dressing.

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🍓🥝 Creamy Fruit Salad Recipe

🛒 Ingredients:

For the Fruit:

Choose a mix of your favorites (aim for 5–6 cups total):

• 1 cup strawberries, sliced

• 1 cup grapes, halved

• 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)

• 1 cup kiwi, peeled and sliced

• 1 cup blueberries

• 1 banana, sliced (add just before serving)

• Optional: orange segments, apples, mango, or peaches

For the Creamy Dressing:

• ½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream

• 2–3 tbsp honey or maple syrup

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• Juice of ½ lemon (keeps fruit fresh and adds brightness)

• Optional: 2 tbsp whipped cream or cream cheese for extra richness

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👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Prep the fruit:
   Wash, peel, and cut fruit as needed. Pat dry to prevent the salad from getting watery.

2. Make the dressing:
   In a small bowl, whisk together the yogurt (or sour cream), honey, vanilla, and lemon juice until smooth.

3. Combine:
   In a large mixing bowl, gently toss the fruit with the dressing until everything is evenly coated.

4. Chill & Serve:
   Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld. Top with fresh mint or a sprinkle of shredded coconut if desired.

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📝 Tips:

• Make-ahead: Mix all but the banana, and add it right before serving to avoid browning.

• Add mini marshmallows or chopped nuts (like walnuts or pecans) for fun texture.

• Want it dairy-free? Use coconut yogurt or cashew cream.

Would you like a tropical version, ambrosia-style, or one with pudding mix in the dressing?