Pasta with Fresh Fruits and Yogurt
Elevate your pasta game with this vibrant and refreshing Pasta with Fresh Fruits and Yogurt recipe—a delightful fusion of creamy Greek yogurt, naturally sweet honey or maple syrup, and a medley of colorful fresh fruits like strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, and mango. This no-fuss dish combines al dente pasta with tangy lemon zest and aromatic fresh mint for a unique twist on traditional pasta salads. Perfectly balanced between sweet and savory, it’s an ideal choice for a light lunch, picnic, or healthy meal prep. Ready in just 20 minutes, this chilled pasta salad is a satisfying and nutritious way to enjoy seasonal fruits in a creative, crowd-pleasing dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 150 grams Greek yogurt (plain, unsweetened)
- 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup
- 200 grams Mixed fresh fruits (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, mango)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, typically about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.
While the pasta is cooling, prepare the fresh fruits. Wash and dice strawberries, peel and cube kiwi and mango, and rinse the blueberries. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, honey (or maple syrup), and lemon zest until smooth and creamy.
Add the cooled pasta to the yogurt mixture and toss until the pasta is evenly coated.
Gently fold in the fresh fruits, being careful not to crush them.
Sprinkle the chopped mint leaves over the top and gently stir them into the pasta salad.
Taste and adjust for sweetness, adding more honey or maple syrup if desired.
Chill the pasta salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve cold as a light and refreshing main course or side dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
640 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.2 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 5 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 1241 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 125.8 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.4 g | ||
| Protein | 23.4 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 173 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 563 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
