Fruit Salad with Cream

Fruit Salad with Cream is a simple, refreshing dessert or snack made by combining a variety of fresh, chopped fruits with a creamy dressing. The dressing is typically heavy cream, sometimes sweetened with sugar or vanilla, or substituted with yogurt or whipped cream. It is a popular dish in many Western cuisines, particularly in the United States and Europe, often served at picnics, potlucks, and holiday meals.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally high in carbohydrates, primarily from the natural sugars in the fruit and any added sweeteners, and contains a moderate amount of fat from the cream. It is a good source of vitamins (like Vitamin C and A), minerals (like potassium), and dietary fiber, with a typical serving containing roughly 200-300 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	250 kcal
Protein	3 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	28 g
Sodium	20 mg
Vitamin C	45 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Vitamin A	120 mcg RAE
Calcium	80 mg
Vitamin K	15 mcg
Folate	40 mcg
Magnesium	25 mg
Phosphorus	60 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a versatile dish that can be adapted to any season by using available fresh fruits, making it a staple of home cooking and casual entertaining. Nutritionally, the combination of fruit and cream provides a quick energy boost from sugars and carbs, while the fat in the cream helps with the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins like Vitamin A from the fruit.