Here is a full detailed recipe for a Creamy Mixed Fruit Salad—including description, prep time, ingredients, instructions, helpful tips, variations, storage guidance, and a Q&A section.
Creamy Mixed Fruit Salad
A refreshing, colorful, and delightfully creamy fruit salad that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, parties, or a light dessert. This version combines a medley of fresh fruits with a luscious creamy dressing, giving you a sweet, tangy, and smooth bite every time. It’s quick, easy, and absolutely crowd-pleasing!
Time Required
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time (optional): 20–30 minutes
Total Time: 15–45 minutes
Ingredients
For the Fruit Mix
1 cup strawberries, sliced
1 cup apples, diced
1 cup bananas, sliced
1 cup mango chunks
1 cup grapes (green or red), halved
½ cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
½ cup pomegranate seeds (optional)
For the Creamy Dressing
½ cup yogurt (plain or vanilla)
½ cup fresh cream (or whipped cream)
2 tbsp honey or sugar (adjust to taste)
1 tbsp lemon juice
½ tsp vanilla essence
Pinch of salt (enhances flavor)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Fruits
Wash all fruits thoroughly.
Peel and slice apples, bananas, and mangoes.
Cut grapes in half and remove seeds if needed.
Add everything into a large mixing bowl.
Step 2: Make the Creamy Dressing
In a separate bowl, whisk together:
Yogurt
Fresh cream
Honey or sugar
Lemon juice
Vanilla essence
Pinch of salt
Mix until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Combine
Pour the creamy dressing over the fruit mix.
Gently fold everything together without crushing the fruits.
Step 4: Chill & Serve
You can serve immediately OR refrigerate for 20–30 minutes for best texture and flavor. Tips for the Best Fruit Salad
Keep bananas fresh: toss slices in a few drops of lemon juice before mixing.
Adjust sweetness: based on the sweetness of the fruits you’re using.
Add crunch: toss in walnuts, pecans, almonds, or coconut flakes.
Make it lighter: use only yogurt instead of cream.
Make it richer: add 2–3 tbsp condensed milk.
Optional Add-Ins
Chia seeds
Blueberries
Kiwi slices
Mini marshmallows
Shredded coconut
Storage
Store in an airtight container.
Stays fresh up to 24 hours in the refrigerator.
Add bananas right before serving to prevent browning. Questions & Answers (FAQ)
Q1: Can I make creamy fruit salad ahead of time?
A: Yes! You can prepare the dressing ahead and cut all fruits except bananas. Mix everything together just before serving.
Q2: What if I don’t want to use cream?
A: Replace cream with Greek yogurt, whipped yogurt, or a little condensed milk for richness.
Q3: Can I use frozen fruit?
A: Not recommended—frozen fruits release water and make the salad soggy.
Q4: How do I keep apples and bananas from turning brown?
A: Toss them lightly in lemon juice before adding to the salad.
Q5: Can I use only seasonal fruits?
A: Absolutely! Use whatever is fresh—like peaches, melons, or berries.
Q6: Why add a pinch of salt?
A: It enhances sweetness and balances the creaminess