Fall Fruit Salad with Citrus Dressing Recipe
This Fall Fruit Salad is a vibrant and refreshing mix of crisp apples, juicy pears, sweet grapes, and tangy pomegranate seeds, all tossed in a zesty citrus dressing. It’s a perfect light, healthy dish that captures the essence of autumn flavors and is ideal for a quick snack or a festive side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 2 medium apples, cored and chopped
- 2 medium pears, cored and chopped
- 1 cup seedless grapes, halved
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
Citrus Dressing
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit: Wash all the fruit thoroughly. Core and chop the apples and pears into bite-sized pieces. Halve the grapes and remove the pomegranate seeds carefully to avoid bruising the seeds.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh orange juice, lemon juice, honey or maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
- Toss the Salad: Place all the chopped fruit in a large bowl. Pour the citrus dressing over the fruit and gently toss to coat all pieces evenly, ensuring the dressing infuses the fruit with flavor.
- Chill: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill.
- Serve: Give the salad a gentle toss before serving cold for a refreshing and flavorful fall treat.
Notes
- Use a mix of sweet and tart apples like Fuji and Granny Smith for the best flavor balance.
- For a vegan option, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Make the salad fresh for the best texture; fruits can brown or become mushy if left too long.
- Optionally, sprinkle some chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts for added crunch.
- This salad is best served chilled but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Keywords: fall fruit salad, autumn salad, fresh fruit salad, healthy salad, citrus dressing, apple pear salad, seasonal fruit salad
