Description
A crisp and refreshing mix of seasonal apples, pears, and pomegranate seeds perfect for autumn gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups red grapes, halved
- 2 small Bartlett pears, cored and chopped
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1 large orange, peeled and segmented
- 1 large Honeycrisp apple, cored and chopped
- dash of ground cinnamon (optional)
- drizzle of pure maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Start by preparing all your fruit to ensure everything is ready to go. I wash the apples, pears, and grapes thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel. Core the apple and pears, then chop them into bite-sized chunks that are roughly the same size as your grape halves. Peel the orange and carefully separate the segments, removing as much of the white pith as possible for the best texture.
- Place the chopped apples, pears, orange segments, halved grapes, and pomegranate seeds into a large mixing bowl. I like to use a wide bowl so I have plenty of room to toss everything without crushing the softer fruits. Gently fold the ingredients together using a large spoon or spatula until the colors are evenly distributed throughout the salad.
- If you want to add a little extra sweetness and warmth, drizzle the maple syrup over the fruit and sprinkle with the ground cinnamon. Toss the salad one more time to coat everything evenly, ensuring the spices and syrup are not clumped in one spot. Taste a piece of apple or pear to see if the flavor balance is right for you.
- Serve the salad immediately if you want the textures to be at their absolute crispest. If you are making this ahead, cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a lid and place it in the refrigerator. I find that chilling it for about thirty minutes allows the flavors to meld beautifully, making it even more refreshing.
Notes
To prevent browning, toss the apples and pears in a tablespoon of lemon juice before mixing.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Chilling: 30 min
- Category: Salads
- Method: Toss
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 3mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: fall fruit salad, thanksgiving side dish, autumn salad, healthy fruit salad, easy holiday side