
Creamy Fruit Salad
Ingredients (4–6 servings)
Fresh Fruits
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2 bananas, sliced
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1 cup strawberries, halved
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2 cups mandarin orange segments
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1 cup green grapes
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1 cup red grapes (optional)
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1 apple or pear, diced (optional)
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1 kiwi, chopped (optional)
Creamy Dressing

Choose one base or combine both:
Option A – Yogurt Dressing
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1 cup vanilla yogurt (or plain yogurt + 1–2 tbsp honey)
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2 tbsp condensed milk (optional)
Option B – Whipped Cream Dressing
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1 cup heavy whipping cream
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2 tbsp sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Add-ons
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2 tbsp shredded coconut
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2 tbsp chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, pistachios)
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1 tbsp chia seeds
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A squeeze of lemon juice
Instructions
1. Prepare the Fruits
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Wash and dry all fruits thoroughly.
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Slice bananas, strawberries, kiwi, and apples.
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Separate mandarin orange segments.
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Cut grapes in half if preferred.
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Sprinkle a little lemon juice on bananas and apples to prevent browning.
2. Make the Creamy Dressing
Yogurt Version
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In a bowl, mix yogurt with condensed milk until smooth.
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Adjust sweetness as needed.
Whipped Cream Version
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Beat heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.
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For extra stability, fold in 2 tbsp yogurt.
3. Combine the Salad
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Add all the prepared fruits into a large mixing bowl.
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Pour the creamy dressing over the fruits.
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Gently fold to coat evenly without crushing the fruit.
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Add shredded coconut, nuts, or chia seeds if desired.
4. Chill & Serve
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Refrigerate for 30 minutes to enhance the flavor.
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Serve cold for best taste and texture.
Tips
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Use cold fruits for a fresher, crisp result.
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Do not mix the salad too early if using bananas (add just before serving).
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You can turn this into a dessert by adding mini marshmallows.