Diabetic-Friendly Creamy Fruit Salad with Nuts
Ingredients
- 1 cup strawberries (sliced)
- 1 cup apple (with skin, diced)
- ½ cup pear (diced)
- ½ cup pomegranate seeds
- 10–12 almonds (chopped)
- 6–8 walnuts (chopped)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (unsweetened)
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp vanilla essence (optional)
- Stevia or monk fruit sweetener (optional, to taste)
Instructions
- Prep fruit
Wash and chop all fruits into bite-sized pieces. - Make the creamy base
Mix Greek yogurt with cinnamon, vanilla, and optional sweetener. - Combine
Gently fold fruit into the yogurt mixture. - Add crunch
Sprinkle nuts on top before serving. - Chill (optional)
Refrigerate for 15–20 minutes for better flavor.
🩺 Why it’s diabetes-friendly
- Low–medium GI fruits help avoid sharp sugar spikes
- Protein-rich yogurt slows digestion of natural sugars
- Healthy fats from nuts improve blood sugar control and satiety
⚖️ Portion guidance
- Stick to about 1 small bowl (1 cup) per serving
- Best eaten as a snack or after a balanced meal—not on an empty stomach
🔄 Smart swaps
- Replace yogurt with unsweetened hung curd (common in South Asia)
- Add chia seeds or flaxseeds for extra fiber
- Avoid high-sugar fruits like bananas, mangoes, or grapes in large amounts
⚠️ Tips
- Never add sugar, honey, or condensed milk
- Balance fruit quantity—natural sugar still counts
- Pair with a protein-rich meal if having as dessert
