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Fall Fruit Salad Recipe

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A vibrant and refreshing Fall Fruit Salad featuring a medley of sweet apples, juicy grapes, blackberries, and crunchy pecans, all tossed in a zesty orange and cinnamon maple syrup dressing. Perfect as a healthy snack or a festive side dish during autumn.

Ingredients

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Dressing

  • 1 orange (zest and juice)
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Fruit and Nuts

  • 16 ounces red seedless grapes
  • 12 ounces blackberries
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 2 large sweet apples, cubed

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dressing: In a large bowl, zest and juice one orange. Add 2 tablespoons of maple syrup and 3/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Whisk the ingredients together until well combined, creating a flavorful citrus-spiced dressing.
  2. Add Fruit and Nuts: To the bowl, add 16 ounces of red seedless grapes, 12 ounces of blackberries, and 1 cup of chopped pecans. Cube 2 large sweet apples into bite-sized pieces and add them immediately to the bowl.
  3. Toss the Salad: Gently toss all the fruit and nuts in the bowl with the dressing, ensuring everything is evenly coated with the orange maple cinnamon mixture.
  4. Serve or Store: Serve the salad immediately for maximum freshness or cover and store it in the refrigerator until ready to serve. This helps flavors meld and keeps the fruit crisp.

Notes

  • Use sweet apples such as Fuji or Gala for the best flavor contrast.
  • Chilling the salad for about 30 minutes before serving allows flavors to blend beautifully.
  • For added texture, swap pecans with walnuts or add a handful of dried cranberries.
  • Serve as a healthy side dish or a light dessert during fall gatherings.
  • To prevent apples from browning too quickly, toss them immediately in the dressing.

Keywords: fall fruit salad, maple syrup dressing, autumn fruit salad, healthy fruit salad, apple grape salad, no-cook fruit salad

Find it online: https://cheflenacooks.com/fall-fruit-salad-recipe/