26 Healthy and Refreshing Fruit Recipes

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26 Healthy and Refreshing Fruit Recipes1/26 Strawberry Shortcake 73 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Strawberry Shortcake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 9 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I grew up helping my mom make a lot in our farmhouse kitchen; strawberry shortcakes, roasts, soups and pies. This sunny strawberry shortcake recipe brings back memories of family summers on the farm. —Janet Becker, Anacortes, Washington Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 231 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 188mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein. 2/26 Strawberry Corn

This recipe makes art in a bowl!

Salsa 5 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 15 min Servings 5-1/2 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This recipe makes art in a bowl! All the colors of summer are captured in this salsa with a fresh, light flavor perfect for snacking between swims or to kick off a backyard barbecue. This can be served with chips or alone as a side dish. —Catherine Goza, Charlotte, North Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup (calculated without chips): 49 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 56mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. 3/26

The classic caprese gets a sweet makeover with this inspired summer starter

Grilled Nectarines with Burrata and Honey 1 Review Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Grilled Nectarines with Burrata and Honey Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The classic caprese gets a sweet makeover with this inspired summer starter. Burrata, mint and honey are served over nectarine halves—or any stone fruit you like—in this creamy, dreamy dish. —Anthony Gans, Hawthorne, California Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 160 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 60mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein. 4/26 Balsamic-Goat Cheese Grilled

Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat

Plums 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Make a bold statement with this simple yet elegant treat. Ripe plums are grilled and then dressed with a balsamic reduction and tangy goat cheese. —Ariana Abelow, Holliston, Massachusetts Nutrition Facts: 1 plum half with 1 tablespoon cheese and 2 teaspoons glaze: 58 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 41mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat. 5/26 Berry White Ice Pops 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 10

min Servings 10 pops Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

min Servings 10 pops Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nothing says summer like an ice pop. Kids and adults alike love this fruit-filled version. —Sharon Guinta, Stamford, Connecticut Nutrition Facts: 1 pop: 51 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 19mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch. 6/26 Lime-Honey Fruit Salad 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nothing is more refreshing to me than a seasonal fruit salad enhanced with this simple honey-lime dressing.

Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fruit

—Victoria Shevlin, Cape Coral, Florida Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 96 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 2mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fruit. 7/26 Strawberry Lime Smoothies 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 5 min Servings 3 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Peak-of-freshness strawberries make this thinner, easy drink a summer staple. —Elizabeth Johnson, Greenville, South Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 181 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 65mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (34g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fruit. 8/26

My mom got this peanut butter dip recipe from a neighbor years ago

Peanut Butter Dip 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Crunchy Peanut Butter Apple Dip Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 2-1/2 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My mom got this peanut butter dip recipe from a neighbor years ago. She always made it for us kids in the fall when apples were in season. Now I make it for my children. —Juli Meyers, Hinesville, Georgia Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons (calculated without apples): 126 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 115mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein. 9/26 Mixed

A slightly savory dressing really complements the sweet fruit in this recipe

Fruit with Lemon-Basil Dressing 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A slightly savory dressing really complements the sweet fruit in this recipe. I also use the dressing on salad greens. —Dixie Terry, Goreville, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 145 calories, 11g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 76mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 2 fat, 1 fruit. 10/26 Creamy Berry Smoothies Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 2 servings Go to

No one (especially your kids)!

Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Who can tell that this delicious smoothie is made with tofu? No one (especially your kids)! The blend of berries and pomegranate juice makes this welcoming drink a refreshing delight. —Sonya Labbe, West Hollywood, California Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 157 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 24mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (29g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. 11/26 Fruit Salsa 36 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Fruit Salsa Recipe photo by Eric Kleinberg for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings about 2-1/2 cups salsa and 80 chips Go to Recipe From the Recipe

Creator: I first made this fresh fruit salsa for a family baby shower

Creator: I first made this fresh fruit salsa for a family baby shower. Everyone wanted the recipe. Now, someone makes this juicy snack for just about every family gathering—and I have to keep reminding everyone who introduced it! —Jessica Robinson, Indian Trail, North Carolina Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons salsa with 4 chips: 134 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 136mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. 12/26 Grilled Stone Fruits with Balsamic Syrup Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Get ready

to experience another side of stone fruits

to experience another side of stone fruits. Hot off the rack, these grilled nectarines practically melt in your mouth. —Sonya Labbe, West Hollywood, California Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 114 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 10mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fruit. 13/26 Avocado Fruit Salad with Tangerine Vinaigrette 1 Review Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: On long summer days when we just want to relax, I make a cool salad with avocado, berries and

The tangerine dressing is refreshingly different

mint. The tangerine dressing is refreshingly different. —Carole Resnick, Cleveland, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 cup salad with 4 teaspoons dressing: 321 calories, 23g fat (3g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 154mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 8g fiber), 3g protein. 14/26 Frozen Pineapple-Kiwi Pops 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Frozen Pineapple-Kiwi Pops Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Kiwi, pineapple, sugar and water are all you need to make these easy, breezy freezer pops. —Colleen Ludovice, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 pop: 50 calories, 0 fat (0

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fruit

saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fruit. 15/26 Honey-Yogurt Berry Salad 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Honey-Yogurt Berry Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I wanted my family to eat more fruit but not more sugary ingredients. This berry salad lets you play with different low-fat yogurts and fruits. —Betsy King, Duluth, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup fruit with 2 tablespoons yogurt mixture: 76 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 23mg sodium,

16g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 4g fiber), 3g protein

16g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 4g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fruit. 16/26 Strawberry Salsa 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Strawberry Salsa Recipe photo by Emily Davis for Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 4 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This deliciously different salsa is versatile, fresh-tasting and colorful. People are surprised to see a salsa made with strawberries, but it’s excellent over grilled chicken and pork or as a dip with corn chips. —Jean Giroux, Belchertown, Massachusetts Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 19 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium,

3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein

3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 free food. 17/26 Frozen Berry & Yogurt Swirls 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Frozen Berry & Yogurt Swirls Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 10 pops Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I enjoy these frozen yogurt pops because they double as a healthy snack and a cool, creamy sweet treat. —Colleen Ludovice, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 pop: 60 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 28mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch. 18/26

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