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Winter Fruit Salad with Cinnamon Vanilla Dressing

Winter Fruit Salad with Cinnamon Vanilla Dressing Bliss

Experience Winter Fruit Salad with Cinnamon Vanilla Dressing, a vibrant medley of seasonal flavors that brightens cold days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Seasonal
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fruit
  • 2 medium Ripe pears Add delicate sweetness and juicy texture.
  • 2 medium Red apples Provide a crisp crunch.
  • 1 cup Pomegranate seeds Offer tangy flavor.
  • 1 cup Red seedless grapes Add juiciness and sweet flavor.
  • 2 medium Kiwis Impart tropical zing.
  • 1 medium Banana Rounds out flavors.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped walnuts Provide nutty crunch.
  • 1/2 cup Dried cranberries Add sweet-tangy flavor.
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed) Prevents browning.
  • 1/4 cup Orange juice Forms sweet base of dressing.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Sweetens the dressing.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Elevates dressing flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Adds floral sweetness.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Small bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, dice ripe pears and red apples, drizzle with lemon juice, and toss gently.
  2. Fold in pomegranate seeds, grapes, kiwis, and banana slices, mixing gently.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, honey, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the mixed fruits, gently tossing to coat each piece.
  5. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes for flavors to meld.
  6. Before serving, give the salad a gentle toss and garnish with extra pomegranate seeds or walnuts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use fresh fruit for the best flavor and texture. Add dressing just before serving to prevent sogginess. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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