Thanksgiving🦃& Christmas🎄Fruit Salad🍉🍎🍌🥗
Ingredients
Fruit Salad Ingredients:
2 medium green apples
2 medium red apples
¾ cup dried cranberries
1 cup pecans
1 cup grapes
3 medium navel oranges
1 medium lemon juiced
Dressing Ingredients:
½ cup orange juice
¼ cup white sugar
¼ teaspoon apple pie spice
zest of 1 lemon
zest of 1 orange
Instructions
-Preheat oven to 350°F. Place pecans on a baking sheet and place in the oven while it’s heating up. Remove pecans from the oven when you can smell them, about the same time the oven is fully heated. Remove from the oven and cool.
-In a small saucepan, mix orange juice, sugar, apple pie spice, zest of 1 lemon and zest of 1 orange.
-Place over medium heat. Whisk to combine. Bring to a low boil and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
-Strain in a fine mesh strainer and cool completely.
-Core and slice apples to bite sized pieces. Toss apples with juice from half a lemon to prevent browning.
-Cut the peel off the orange and cut into bite sized pieces.
-In a large bowl, mix apples, dried cranberries, toasted pecans, grapes and oranges.
-Drizzle dressing over the fruit and toss to combine. Serve.
Notes
Serve immediately or refrigerate until you serve.
Refrigerate the fruit salad for 1-2 days.
Additions or substitutions:
Add diced pear instead of the green apples.
Add pomegranate seeds.
Nutrition
Calories: 223kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 279mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 31g | Vitamin A: 198IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 1mg
Fruit salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish that brings a burst of color and flavor to your holiday gatherings. With the added crunch of toasted pecans and the sweetness of dried cranberries, this recipe stands out during festive occasions. Not only is it visually appealing, but this fruit salad also packs a punch in terms of vitamins and minerals, ensuring your guests enjoy a healthy option among traditional holiday foods. To elevate your fruit salad experience, consider using a variety of seasonal fruits that are ripe and fresh. For added texture, you may also incorporate pomegranate seeds or even diced pears for extra sweetness. The dressing, made from orange juice and spices, complements the fruits beautifully, creating a festive medley for your table. Serve this salad immediately for maximum freshness, or refrigerate it to allow the flavors to meld together. This versatility not only enhances its taste but also caters to various preferences of your guests. As an added bonus, this dish can be prepared ahead of time, allowing you to focus on other culinary delights during your holiday feast. Whether you’re hosting a dinner or attending a potluck, this fruit salad is sure to be a hit!
Wow your holiday fruit salad looks so delicious. Thank you for sharing your recipe