DAD'S SUMMERTIME FRUIT SALAD

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My dad love to invent new things. I don't know if he made this up himself or someone told him....nevertheless, it is really wonderful. Over the years, I tweaked this to a more healthy style (he used sour cream and sugar).

Provided by Happy Harry 2

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

16 ounces fat-free cottage cheese (may use low-fat)
2 -3 tablespoons nonfat plain yogurt
1 tablespoon sugar substitute (more to taste)
12 large seedless grapes, halved (red or green)
12 medium strawberries, halved
1 medium kiwi, peeled and cut into bit-sized chunks
1 large banana, cut into bite-sized chunks*
1/2 medium cantaloupe, seeded and cut into bite-sized chunks
12 walnuts, coarsely chopped
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • There should be more fruit than dressing.
  • Choose any other types of fruit as they come into season.
  • * Open and slice banana last to maintain its' color.
  • Combine yogurt, cottage cheese, and sugar substitute.
  • Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  • Add all fruits, nuts, and toss gently to coat.
  • Do not break down the fruit.
  • Chill at least 1/2 hour.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.2, Fat 8.9, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 8.1, Sodium 33.7, Carbohydrate 29.2, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 20.9, Protein 23.4

Wanessa Gruszewska
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I love this fruit salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I'll definitely be making it again.


Born 1985
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This fruit salad is the perfect healthy snack. It's low in calories and packed with nutrients.


Evan Ahmed Latif
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I've never made fruit salad before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. It turned out great!


Amar Jani
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This fruit salad is perfect for a summer party. It's easy to make and everyone loves it.


jaspreet kaur
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I love the combination of fruits in this salad. It's so refreshing and delicious.


Cee Gee
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This fruit salad is a great way to get your kids to eat more fruit.


M Adnan Watto
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I've made this fruit salad several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect summer side dish.


Sardar Babarzeb
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This fruit salad is the perfect way to use up leftover fruit.


Lois Eblett
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I love that this fruit salad is made with fresh fruit. It makes it so much more flavorful.


Generose Kalala
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This fruit salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Jason Gilliam
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I'm not a big fan of fruit salad, but this one is really good. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the fruit is fresh and crisp.


Brianna Martinez
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This fruit salad is the perfect summer treat. It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor.


dream catcher
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I love the addition of mint to this fruit salad. It gives it a refreshing and unique flavor.


shafiq rehman
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This is my go-to fruit salad recipe. It's simple, delicious, and always a hit.


Ivan Elias
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I made this fruit salad for a brunch party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Robert Carter
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This fruit salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever fruit is in season.


Collins Ngeno
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I'm not usually a fan of fruit salad, but this one was really good! The dressing was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy, and the fruit was fresh and flavorful.


Abid Kalsan
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This fruit salad was a hit at our summer potluck! I loved the combination of sweet and tart fruits, and the dressing was light and refreshing. I'll definitely be making this again.