Description
A vibrant and refreshing Fall Fruit Salad featuring a mix of seasonal fruits tossed in a cinnamon-maple dressing, complemented by crunchy pecans. Perfect for a healthy snack or a festive side dish, this salad combines sweet, tart, and nutty flavors in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
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Salad Dressing
- 1 orange (zested and juiced)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Fruit and Nuts
- 16 ounces red seedless grapes
- 12 ounces blackberries
- 2 large sweet apples, cubed into bite-size pieces
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a large bowl, combine the orange zest and juice with the maple syrup and ground cinnamon. Whisk thoroughly until the dressing is smooth and well blended.
- Add the fruit and nuts: Add the red seedless grapes, blackberries, and chopped pecans to the bowl with the dressing. Then, cube the sweet apples into bite-sized pieces and add them as well.
- Toss the salad: Immediately toss all the fruit and nuts with the dressing to ensure every piece is evenly coated with the cinnamon-maple mixture.
- Serve or store: Serve the salad immediately for the freshest taste, or cover and refrigerate it until ready to serve. The salad stays fresh and flavorful when chilled.
Notes
- Use sweet apples like Fuji or Honeycrisp for the best flavor.
- Chilling the salad for 30 minutes enhances the flavors.
- Pecans can be toasted lightly for extra crunch and aroma.
- Maple syrup can be substituted with honey if preferred.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and consume within 2 days for optimal freshness.
