Description
This Thanksgiving Fruit Salad is a delightful addition to any holiday menu, featuring a mix of seasonal fruits like grapes, apples, oranges, and pears. The honey-orange dressing, spiced with pumpkin pie seasoning, adds a subtle sweetness and warm flavor, making it a refreshing option after heavier dishes. The garnish of fresh mint leaves not only adds color but also an aromatic freshness. Perfect for gatherings, this salad requires no cooking time and can be prepared quickly. With its vibrant colors, it brightens any table, making it an eye-catching centerpiece. Serve as a light dessert or a palate cleanser, and rest assured, this dish will be a hit with guests of all ages!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup red grapes, halved
- 2 apples, diced
- 2 oranges, peeled and segmented
- 2 pears, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional, for added crunch)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit
- Wash the grapes thoroughly and cut them in half.
- Wash, core, and dice the apples, leaving the skin on for added color and texture.
- Peel the oranges, separate into segments, and remove any seeds or pith.
- Wash, core, and dice the pears, keeping the skin for extra texture.
- Make the Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, orange juice, and pumpkin pie spice. Adjust sweetness and spice to taste for a warm autumn flavor.
- Assemble the Salad
- In a large bowl, combine the grapes, apples, orange segments, and pears. Gently toss to mix.
- Add walnuts if desired for crunch.
- Drizzle the dressing over the fruit and gently toss to coat without mashing the fruits.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes if possible for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: none
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 120 kcal