Looking for a refreshing dessert that’s bursting with colour, flavour and natural sweetness? This creamy fruit salad recipe brings together juicy strawberries, sweet pineapple, fresh mandarins, raspberries, bananas and kiwi in a beautifully smooth Greek yoghurt dressing.
It’s a lovely alternative to traditional fruit salads, with a creamy texture that makes every spoonful feel like a treat. The combination of fresh fruit, vanilla and a hint of lemon creates a delicious balance of sweetness and freshness.
Best of all, there’s no baking involved. With just 20 minutes of preparation and a little time in the fridge, you’ll have a beautiful homemade dessert ready to share.
Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue, planning a family gathering or simply fancy something fruity after dinner, this easy creamy fruit salad is sure to brighten the table.
Why You’ll Love This Creamy Fruit Salad Recipe
There’s so much to enjoy about this simple homemade dessert.
- Fresh and colourful: A beautiful mixture of strawberries, raspberries, pineapple, mandarins, bananas and kiwi.
- Deliciously creamy: Thick Greek yoghurt creates a smooth dressing without the need for double cream.
- Quick to prepare: Just 20 minutes of hands-on preparation.
- No baking required: Perfect when you want a fuss-free dessert.
- Easy to customise: Use your favourite seasonal fruits or adjust the sweetness to suit your taste.
- Great for sharing: Makes approximately 10–12 servings, ideal for parties and family occasions.
What Makes This Fruit Salad So Creamy?
The secret to this creamy fruit salad is its simple yoghurt-based dressing.
Instead of using whipped cream or a heavy dessert sauce, the recipe combines thick Greek yoghurt with a little vanilla yoghurt, vanilla extract, sweetener and freshly grated lemon zest.
The Greek yoghurt provides a rich, velvety consistency, while the vanilla adds a gentle sweetness that complements the fruit.
A touch of lemon zest brings everything together with a fresh citrus aroma.
For the best results, choose a thick, plain Greek yoghurt rather than a thin natural yoghurt. This helps the dressing cling beautifully to the fruit without becoming too runny.
Creamy Fruit Salad Ingredients
This recipe makes approximately 10–12 servings.
For the Creamy Yoghurt Dressing
- 500g thick, fat-free Greek yoghurt
- 100g fat-free vanilla yoghurt
- 3–4 tablespoons granulated sweetener suitable for cold desserts, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Finely grated zest of 1 lemon
For the Fresh Fruit Salad
- 300g fresh pineapple, cut into small chunks
- 250g fresh mandarin orange segments
- 200g fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 150g fresh raspberries
- 2 ripe but firm bananas, sliced
- 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Optional Garnishes
- Extra fresh strawberries
- A handful of raspberries
- Fresh mint leaves
- A little finely grated lemon zest
Equipment You’ll Need
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium mixing bowl
- Sharp kitchen knife
- Chopping board
- Whisk
- Flexible spatula or large spoon
- Large glass serving dish
- Measuring spoons