Fall Fruit Salad Recipe
Introduction
This Fall Fruit Salad is a vibrant and refreshing way to enjoy the season’s best flavors. With a blend of juicy apples, sweet berries, and a hint of warm cinnamon, it makes a perfect side dish or light snack.
Ingredients
- 1 orange
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 16 ounces red seedless grapes
- 12 ounces blackberries
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 2 large sweet apples
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, add the zest and juice of the orange. Add the maple syrup and ground cinnamon, then whisk everything together until well combined.
- Step 2: Add the red seedless grapes, blackberries, and chopped pecans to the bowl. Cube the apples into bite-size pieces and immediately add them to the bowl. Toss the fruit gently but thoroughly to coat everything with the orange mixture.
- Step 3: Serve the salad right away, or cover and refrigerate it until you are ready to enjoy.
Tips & Variations
- Use honey instead of maple syrup for a different natural sweetness.
- Add a handful of pomegranate seeds for extra color and tartness.
- For a crunchier texture, toast the pecans lightly before adding them.
- Choose crisp apples like Honeycrisp or Fuji for the best flavor and texture.
Storage
Store the salad covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To keep the apples from browning, toss them in a little lemon juice before adding. The salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be gently stirred before serving if stored.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use other fruits in this salad?
Yes, feel free to substitute or add fruits like pears, blueberries, or even dried cranberries to suit your taste and what’s in season.
Will this salad keep well overnight?
It will stay fresh and tasty for up to 2 days in the refrigerator, but the texture of the apples may soften and the flavors will meld more, so serving it fresh is ideal.
PrintFall Fruit Salad Recipe
This Fall Fruit Salad is a vibrant, refreshing mix of seasonal fruits tossed in a warm, sweet cinnamon-maple dressing. Perfect for autumn gatherings, it combines juicy oranges, crisp apples, juicy grapes, tart blackberries, and crunchy pecans for a delightful balance of flavors and textures.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Fruit
- 1 orange (zested and juiced)
- 16 ounces red seedless grapes
- 12 ounces blackberries
- 2 large sweet apples, cubed
Dressing & Add-ins
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a large bowl, zest and juice the orange. Add the maple syrup and ground cinnamon to the orange juice and zest, then whisk together thoroughly to combine all the flavors.
- Add the fruit and nuts: Into the bowl with the dressing, add the red seedless grapes, blackberries, and chopped pecans. Cube the sweet apples into bite-sized pieces and add them immediately to the bowl.
- Toss the salad: Toss all the ingredients gently but thoroughly to ensure the dressing evenly coats all the fruit and nuts.
- Serve or store: Serve the salad immediately for the freshest taste, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve, keeping the fruit fresh and flavors well melded.
Notes
- Use firm, crisp apples like Gala or Fuji for the best texture.
- For added flavor, try sprinkling a pinch of nutmeg or ginger in the dressing.
- Can be prepared a few hours in advance and refrigerated, but toss gently before serving if juices settle.
- To keep apples from browning, toss them quickly in lemon juice before adding to the salad if preferred.
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