Creamy Fruit Salad with Vanilla Pudding

Enjoy a refreshing and colorful Creamy Fruit Salad with Vanilla Pudding, your perfect summer dessert.

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Prep Time 15

Chill Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 210

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pudding Base

1 box Vanilla Pudding Mix Instant mix is best for quick preparation.
2 cups Milk Use dairy-free alternatives if needed.

For the Freshness

2 cups Assorted Fresh Fruits Strawberries, bananas, pineapple; use seasonal favorites.
2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice Optional, for added freshness.
1 tablespoon Lime Zest Optional, enhances flavor.

For Crunch and Garnish

1/4 cup Toasted Nuts Optional, add just before serving.
1 bunch Mint Leaves For garnish.

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
spatula
refrigerator

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Pudding: Whisk vanilla pudding mix with milk according to package instructions for 2-3 minutes, then set aside for 5 minutes.
Chill the Pudding: Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to thicken.
Prep the Fresh Fruits: Wash, peel, and chop assorted fruits into bite-sized pieces; set aside in a mixing bowl.
Combine Fruits with Pudding: Gently fold the fruits into the chilled pudding mixture.
Add Lime Juice and Zest: Stir in lime juice and zest if desired.
Chill Before Serving: Cover and refrigerate the fruit salad for up to 2 hours.
Prepare Bananas Before Serving: Slice and fold in bananas just before serving to avoid browning.
Serve and Garnish: Spoon into bowls, sprinkle with nuts, and garnish with mint leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving. Use seasonal fruits for best flavor and add bananas last to keep them fresh.

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