Best 4 Easy Yogurt And Fruit Salad Recipes

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Yogurt and fruit salad is a refreshing and healthy dish that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. It is made with yogurt, fruit, and often granola or nuts. The yogurt provides protein and calcium, while the fruit provides vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Granola or nuts add crunch and flavor to the salad.

There are many different recipes for yogurt and fruit salad, so you can customize it to your own liking. Some popular fruits to use include berries, bananas, apples, and oranges. You can also add nuts or granola for extra crunch and flavor. If you are looking for a healthier option, you can use low-fat or non-fat yogurt.

This article provides three recipes for yogurt and fruit salad:

* **Classic Yogurt and Fruit Salad:** This is a simple and easy-to-make recipe that is perfect for beginners. It uses yogurt, fruit, and honey.
* **Tropical Yogurt and Fruit Salad:** This recipe features tropical fruits such as pineapple, mango, and papaya. It is perfect for a summer party or a beach day.
* **Healthy Yogurt and Fruit Salad:** This recipe is made with low-fat yogurt, fruit, and granola. It is a great option for a healthy breakfast or snack.

No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and healthy dish.

Let's cook with our recipes!

FRUIT SALAD WITH CREAMY VANILLA YOGURT DRESSING



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This easy Fruit Salad With Creamy Vanilla Yogurt Dressing is the perfect way to enjoy all the fresh and juicy fruit of the summer season!

Provided by Michelle / Now Cook This!

Categories     Dessert     Side Dish     Snack

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup chopped fresh strawberries (about ½ pound, chop each berry into quarters or sixths depending on the size)
1 cup fresh blueberries (about ½ pint)
1 cup fresh sliced kiwi (2 to 3 kiwi depending on size, peel and slice into quarter-moons about ¼" thick)
1 cup fresh pineapple chunks (about ¾" to 1" pieces)
1 (15-ounce) can mandarin oranges (drained)
1 cup vanilla yogurt (regular (Greek yogurt can be too thick))
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup (or honey)

Steps:

  • Place the strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, pineapple, and oranges in a large bowl. Toss gently to combine.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the yogurt, vanilla extract, and maple syrup (or honey) until well-combined.
  • Spoon the fruit salad into individual serving bowls and drizzle each serving with some of the creamy yogurt dressing. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

FRESH FRUIT SALAD WITH HONEY VANILLA YOGURT



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups plain yogurt
2 tablespoons good honey
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Seeds scraped from 1/2 vanilla bean, optional
1/2 orange, juiced
1 banana, sliced
1/2 pint fresh blueberries
1/2 pint fresh raspberries
1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and cut in half
1 bunch seedless green grapes, halved

Steps:

  • Combine the yogurt, honey, vanilla extract, and vanilla bean seeds in a bowl and set aside. Combine the orange juice and banana slices in a separate bowl. Add the berries and grapes and gently mix the fruit mixture together. Spoon the fruit into serving bowls and top with the yogurt.

FRUIT SALAD WITH VANILLA YOGURT



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This is a recipe that my aunt made for me not long ago, and you can pretty much make it your own by adding your favorite fruits or taking out what you don't like. Also changing the yogurt flavor will change the taste as well.

Provided by Leslie

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes     Strawberry Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) package fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
1 large peach, pitted and cut into bite-size pieces
2 plums, pitted and cut into bite-size pieces
2 kiwi fruit, peeled and cut into bite-size pieces
1 cup dark sweet cherries, pitted and halved
1 cup honeydew melon balls or cubes
1 cup cantaloupe balls or cubes
1 cup cubed fresh pineapple
1 cup grapes
2 (16 ounce) containers low-fat vanilla yogurt

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, lightly mix together the strawberries, peach, plums, kiwi fruit, cherries, honeydew melon, cantaloupe, pineapple, and grapes until the fruit is well mixed. Serve in bowls with yogurt spooned over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.8 calories, Carbohydrate 25.5 g, Cholesterol 3.7 mg, Fat 1.4 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 55.7 mg, Sugar 22.5 g

CREAMY FRUIT SALAD WITH YOGURT



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From Red Oak, Oklahoma, Lisa Dunn writes, "Kids can't wait to eat this refreshing salad...I know ours can't! It's healthy, simple to make and tastes great. Our family can't get enough of it."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (15 ounces) fruit cocktail
2 medium firm bananas, sliced
1 medium apple, diced
1 medium navel orange, peeled and sectioned
2 tablespoons instant vanilla pudding mix
1 cup (8 ounces) vanilla yogurt

Steps:

  • In a serving bowl, combine the fruit cocktail, bananas, apple and orange. Combine the pudding mix and yogurt until smooth. Add to fruit mixture; stir to coat. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Choose ripe and flavorful fruits: The quality of your fruit will greatly impact the overall taste of your salad, so be sure to choose fruits that are ripe, sweet, and juicy.
  • Use a variety of colors and textures: For a visually appealing and texturally interesting salad, use a variety of fruits with different colors, shapes, and textures. This will create a salad that is both beautiful to look at and delicious to eat.
  • Don't overmix the salad: Once you've added the yogurt dressing to the fruit salad, be careful not to overmix it. Overmixing can cause the fruit to break down and become mushy.
  • Serve the salad chilled: Yogurt and fruit salad is best served chilled. This will help to keep the fruit crisp and refreshing.
  • Enjoy the salad as a snack or dessert: Yogurt and fruit salad is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a snack, dessert, or even a light breakfast.

Conclusion:

Yogurt and fruit salad is a healthy and delicious way to enjoy fresh fruit. It's a great source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, and it can help to improve your digestion and boost your immune system. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a yogurt and fruit salad recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy snack or dessert, give yogurt and fruit salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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