Yogurt Fruit Salad
A delightful blend of creamy yogurt and fresh fruits, perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups plain yogurt use full-fat, low-fat, or non-dairy yogurt based on preference
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced wash and slice
- 1 cup blueberries wash thoroughly
- 1 cup diced pineapple wash and dice
- 1 cup diced apples wash and dice
- 1 whole banana, sliced wash and slice
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup (optional) for sweetness
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional) for flavor
- ¼ cup chopped nuts (optional) for crunch
- to taste fresh mint leaves (for garnish) adds color and freshness
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash all fresh fruits thoroughly. Slice strawberries, dice pineapple and apples, and slice the banana.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the prepared fruits. If using fruits that brown easily like apples and bananas, consider adding a splash of lemon juice.
- In a separate bowl, mix the plain yogurt with honey or maple syrup and vanilla extract, if using. Stir until well combined.
Mixing
- Pour the yogurt mixture over the fruits in the large bowl. Gently fold the yogurt into the fruits, careful not to mash them.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more honey or syrup.
- For added texture, sprinkle chopped nuts over the top and gently mix them in.
Serving
- Transfer the salad to serving bowls or keep in the mixing bowl for family-style serving.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves before serving.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Best consumed within 1-2 days. Combine yogurt and fruits just before serving to prevent sogginess.