Description
This Fall Fruit Salad is a refreshing and vibrant mix of seasonal fruits tossed in a sweet and spiced maple-cinnamon dressing. Featuring crisp apples, juicy grapes, and plump blackberries, complemented by crunchy pecans, it’s perfect for a healthy snack or a festive side dish during autumn.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 1 orange (zested and juiced)
- 16 ounces red seedless grapes
- 12 ounces blackberries
- 2 large sweet apples, cubed
Dressing & Toppings
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare Dressing: In a large bowl, zest and juice one orange. Add the maple syrup and ground cinnamon, whisking thoroughly until well combined to create a sweet and spiced dressing.
- Add Fruits and Nuts: Add the red seedless grapes, blackberries, and chopped pecans to the bowl with the dressing.
- Incorporate Apples and Toss: Cube the sweet apples into bite-sized pieces, add them into the bowl, then immediately toss all the ingredients together to evenly coat the fruit with the dressing.
- Serve or Store: Serve the fruit salad immediately for the freshest taste, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Best consumed within a day for optimal freshness and texture.
Notes
- Use firm, crisp apples to avoid browning and mushiness.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle a little nutmeg or add a splash of lemon juice to the dressing.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
- To make it vegan-friendly, ensure the maple syrup is pure and not blended with any animal products.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: fall fruit salad, autumn salad, fresh fruit salad, maple cinnamon dressing, healthy salad, seasonal fruits
