Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of autumn with this delightful Fall Fruit Salad. Bursting with juicy apples, crisp pears, tart cranberries, and sweet grapes, this salad is a refreshing treat perfect for any gathering. Tossed in a zesty honey-lemon dressing and topped with crunchy nuts, it’s not just visually stunning but also an explosion of taste that everyone will love. Easy to prepare and versatile, this fruit salad is your go-to recipe for elevating your seasonal celebrations.
Ingredients
- 2 cups apples (diced)
- 1 cup pears (diced)
- 1 cup fresh or dried cranberries
- 1 cup seedless grapes (halved)
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (lightly toasted)
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Wash and dry all fruits thoroughly. Dice apples and pears into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine apple chunks, pear slices, halved grapes, and cranberries.
- Gently mix in the chopped nuts to distribute evenly.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lemon juice, and salt to create the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the fruit mixture and toss gently until coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize your salad by adding seasonal fruits like pomegranate seeds or figs. To keep the salad fresh longer, store in an airtight container and add the dressing just before serving.