Fruit Yogurt Salad
Diced apple, banana, strawberry, and blueberry are folded into plain yogurt for a simple fruit salad that balances sweetness with the yogurt's natural tang. Honey and lemon juice sharpen the flavor without masking the fruit. Roughly chopped walnuts scattered on top provide a nutty crunch that contrasts with the soft fruit and creamy yogurt. The recipe adapts easily to seasonal fruit substitutions, keeping the same dressing base year-round.
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Instructions
- 1
Cut apple and banana into bite-size pieces, and halve strawberries.
- 2
Mix yogurt with honey and lemon juice until smooth.
- 3
Add all fruits to a bowl, pour in yogurt sauce, and toss gently.
- 4
Toast walnuts in a dry pan for 1 minute for aroma.
- 5
Plate the salad and sprinkle toasted walnuts before serving.
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