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Fall Fruit Salad

Delightful Fall Fruit Salad to Brighten Your Holiday Table

A vibrant Fall Fruit Salad that enhances your holiday table with a refreshing mix of seasonal fruits.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Green Apples Provides crunch and tartness; substitute with Granny Smith for tangy bite.
  • 2 cups Red Apples Adds sweetness and color; can opt for Fuji, Honeycrisp, or Gala.
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Introduces sweetness and chewiness; substitute with raisins or chopped dried figs.
  • 1 cup Pecans Adds a nutty crunch; can use walnuts or almonds.
  • 2 cups Grapes Brings juiciness and sweetness; use red or green, depending on season.
  • 3 cups Navel Oranges Provides freshness; substitute with mandarins for smaller option.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Lemon Juice Prevents browning; lime juice can be used if necessary.
  • 1/2 cup Orange Juice Main dressing ingredient; freshly squeezed preferred.
  • 1/4 cup White Sugar Balances acidity; can use natural sweeteners like honey.
  • 1 teaspoon Apple Pie Spice Enhances flavor; can substitute with cinnamon and nutmeg.
  • 1 each Zest of Lemon and Orange Adds aromatic flavor; be careful to avoid bitter pith.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Baking sheet
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the pecans on a baking sheet and toast for 8-10 minutes until fragrant.
  2. In a saucepan, combine orange juice, white sugar, apple pie spice, and lemon and orange zest. Heat until sugar dissolves, then let simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  3. Core and slice the apples, tossing with lemon juice to prevent browning. Segment the oranges and wash grapes.
  4. In a bowl, combine sliced apples, cranberries, pecans, grapes, and orange segments. Drizzle dressing over and toss gently to combine.
  5. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad is versatile; can be served fresh, as a side, or a light dessert with ice cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 1-2 days.

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