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Fresh Hearty Breakfast Fruit Salad

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A quick, easy, and nutritious fruit salad combining fresh fruits, creamy yogurt, crunchy nuts, and a bright citrus-honey dressing for a satisfying breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 oranges, peeled and segmented
  • 1 banana, sliced
  • 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
  • 1/2 cup blueberries or raspberries (optional)
  • 1 apple (Granny Smith preferred), diced
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or cottage cheese
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or almonds, toasted
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Wash all fresh fruits thoroughly.
  2. Peel and segment the oranges carefully to avoid bitter pith.
  3. Slice the banana just before assembling to prevent browning.
  4. Hull and halve the strawberries, dice the apple, and rinse and pat dry any berries used.
  5. Toast the walnuts or almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned, stirring frequently.
  6. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together fresh lemon juice, honey, and a pinch of sea salt until well combined.
  7. In a large mixing bowl, gently toss all the prepared fruits with the dressing to coat evenly, being careful not to mash softer fruits.
  8. Fold in the Greek yogurt or cottage cheese gently to keep the salad light and airy.
  9. Sprinkle the toasted nuts and optional chia or flaxseeds over the top and toss gently or leave nuts on top for texture contrast.
  10. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Use ripe but firm fruits to avoid mushiness. Toast nuts just before serving for best crunch. Add dressing last-minute to prevent fruit browning. Gently fold in yogurt to keep salad light. For dairy-free, substitute coconut or almond milk yogurt. Store leftovers in airtight container up to 2 days; keep dressing separate if possible.

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