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Winter Fruit Salad with Cinnamon Vanilla Dressing

A close-up of a vibrant winter fruit salad featuring apples, oranges, grapes, and pomegranate seeds in a white bowl.
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Prepare this colorful winter fruit salad featuring crisp apples, juicy oranges, and pomegranate seeds, all coated in a simple cinnamon vanilla dressing. It is a healthy and easy side dish perfect for holiday gatherings or brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large navel oranges or clementines, peeled and segmented
  • 2 crisp apples (like Honeycrisp or Fuji), cored and chopped
  • 2 firm pears (like Bosc or Anjou), cored and chopped
  • 1 cup pomegranate arils
  • 1/2 cup seedless red or green grapes, halved
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the fruit: Peel and segment the oranges. Core and chop the apples and pears into bite-sized pieces. Halve the grapes. Place all prepared fruit and the pomegranate arils into a large mixing bowl.
  2. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, honey, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
  3. Dress the salad: Pour the cinnamon vanilla dressing over the fruit mixture. Gently toss the fruit until everything is lightly coated.
  4. Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the winter fruit salad for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. Serve: Present the salad immediately for a refreshing winter produce medley.

Notes

  • For a brighter flavor, substitute the honey with maple syrup for a maple-lime fruit salad variation (omit the vanilla and add 1 tablespoon of fresh lime juice).
  • If you are preparing this ahead of time, keep the apples and pears separate and toss them with the dressing just before serving to prevent browning.
  • This recipe works well as a light dessert or a clean eating fruit salad option.

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