Description
This Autumn Fruit Salad is a delightful combination of fresh fruits, nuts, and a hint of warm spices, perfect for the fall season. The sweet and crunchy textures come together with a maple-cinnamon dressing that enhances the natural flavors of the fruits.
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- 2 apples, cored and diced
- 2 pears, cored and sliced
- 1 cup red grapes, halved
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, toasted
- 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- pinch of nutmeg
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruits: Toss the diced apples and sliced pears with lemon juice in a large bowl.
- Combine Ingredients: Add grapes, dried cranberries, toasted nuts, and pomegranate seeds to the bowl.
- Make the Dressing: Whisk together maple syrup, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a small bowl.
- Toss Together: Pour the dressing over the fruit mixture and gently combine.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
Notes
- You can substitute pears with persimmons or add orange segments for a twist.
- For added richness, top with crumbled goat cheese or a dollop of Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
