Satisfying Cravings

Fruit Salad, But Make It Powerful:

Spring & Summer Combos That Satisfy + Support Your Gut

Fruit salad is a seasonal classic—but let’s be honest, it’s often just a bowl of chopped fruit that leaves you hungry an hour later.

At SC Lifestyle, we’re here to change that. With a few simple upgrades, your fruit salad becomes a functional, protein-packed, gut-loving snack that’s as beautiful as it is nourishing.

Start with Spring & Summer Fruits

These are your fresh, flavorful MVPs for the season:

  • Strawberries
  • Blueberries
  • Raspberries
  • Blackberries
  • Mango
  • Pineapple
  • Kiwi
  • Watermelon
  • Cantaloupe
  • Honeydew
  • Grapes
  • Cherries
  • Peaches
  • Nectarines

✨ 🛍️ Tip: Use a melon baller set or a cute fruit scoop to elevate your presentation.

Boost with Protein & Gut-Friendly Add-Ins

Protein Power-Ups

  • Greek Yogurt (15–20g protein): Creamy base or swirl-in. Try Two Good or Fage Total Zero.
  • Cottage Cheese (13–15g protein): Savory-sweet magic with pineapple, peaches, or melon.
  • Protein Powder: Blend into yogurt or make a creamy drizzle. Try this vanilla whey isolate.
  • PB2 or Nut Butters: Protein + healthy fat with a nostalgic vibe. PB2 is a light option.
  • Toasted Nuts & Seeds: Almonds, walnuts, or pumpkin seeds for crunch.

Gut-Health Boosters

  • Chia Seeds: Fiber + omega-3s. Soak or sprinkle. Try this organic chia.
  • Ground Flaxseed: Blend into yogurt or sprinkle for added fiber.
  • Raw Honey: Look for unfiltered, enzyme-rich raw honey.
  • Probiotic Yogurt or Kefir: Naturally rich in live cultures.
  • Papaya & Pineapple: Contain digestive enzymes like bromelain and papain.

5 Fresh Fruit Salad Combos to Try

1. Berry Protein Glow Bowl

  • Strawberries, blueberries, blackberries
  • Vanilla Greek yogurt
  • Chia seeds + sliced almonds
  • Drizzle of raw honey
  • Optional: Stir in a scoop of vanilla protein powder

✨ Parfait-style in a mason jar = perfect grab & go

2. Tropical Gut Reset

  • Pineapple, kiwi, mango, papaya
  • Cottage cheese or kefir
  • Ground flaxseed
  • Lime juice + fresh mint

✨ Serve in a coconut bowl for vacay energy

3. Peachy Protein Creamsicle

  • Fresh peach slices
  • Vanilla Greek yogurt
  • PB2 or almond butter drizzle
  • Chia seeds + cinnamon
  • Optional: Crushed walnuts or granola

4. Melon Feta Crunch

  • Watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew
  • Crumbled feta
  • Pumpkin seeds or hemp hearts
  • Mint + lime juice
  • Optional: Cottage cheese on the side

5. Sunset Citrus & Cherry Bowl

  • Orange segments, cherries, red grapes
  • Probiotic yogurt or kefir drizzle
  • Flaxseed
  • Lavender or orange blossom honey

✨ Bonus: Serve outside and soak up that golden hour glow

Final Scoop

Your fruit salad can do more than look pretty. With these protein and gut-loving add-ins, you get a snack (or light meal!) that’s craveable, functional, and fresh AF.

Whether you’re brunching with friends, meal-prepping for the week, or just satisfying a post-workout sweet tooth—these bowls have you covered.

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Check out Satisfying Cravings for more high-protein, gut-loving recipes and smart snacks that fit your vibe.

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