Description
A refreshing and vibrant Fall Fruit Salad featuring a mix of seasonal fruits tossed in a cinnamon-spiced maple syrup dressing, perfect for a healthy snack or side dish.
Ingredients
Fruits
- 1 orange (zested and juiced)
- 16 ounces red seedless grapes
- 12 ounces blackberries
- 2 large sweet apples, cubed into bite size pieces
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Additions
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a large bowl, combine the zest and juice of one orange with 2 tablespoons of maple syrup and 3/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Whisk thoroughly until the ingredients are well blended and the dressing is smooth.
- Add the fruit and nuts: Add 16 ounces of red seedless grapes, 12 ounces of blackberries, and 1 cup of chopped pecans to the bowl with the dressing. Next, cube 2 large sweet apples into bite-sized pieces and add them to the bowl 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 store it in the refrigerator until ready to serve. The salad stays fresh and flavorful when chilled.
Notes
- Use sweet, crisp apples such as Fuji or Honeycrisp for best flavor and texture.
- To make the salad ahead, toss the apples in a bit of lemon juice first to prevent browning before combining with the rest of the ingredients.
- For a nut-free version, omit pecans or substitute with seeds like pumpkin or sunflower.
- This salad is best eaten within 1-2 days for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American