Description
A refreshing and healthy Thanksgiving fruit salad featuring a vibrant mix of pears, apples, grapes, kiwis, figs, mandarin oranges, and a zesty pumpkin pie spice dressing. This easy-to-make dish can be served immediately or chilled to enhance the flavors, perfect as a festive side or light snack.
Ingredients
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Fruit Salad
- ½ cup freshly squeezed or storebought orange juice (optional)
- 1 pomegranate
- ¼ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 2 ripe pears, cored and diced
- 2 crispy apples, cored and diced
- 2 cups halved grapes
- 2 kiwis, peeled and thinly sliced
- 4 figs, sliced (optional)
- 1 15 ounce can mandarin oranges, drained
- ½ cup dried cranberries or raisins
- ½ cup crushed walnuts, pecans, or almonds (optional)
- ⅓ cup pumpkin seeds
Instructions
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, combine the orange juice (if using), pomegranate arils, and pumpkin pie spice. Mix well to blend the flavors and set aside.
- Combine Base Fruits: Add the diced pears, apples, and halved grapes to the bowl with the dressing mixture. Toss thoroughly to coat evenly.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Gently fold in the kiwi slices, mandarin oranges, dried cranberries or raisins, nuts (if using), and pumpkin seeds. Toss gently to mix all ingredients uniformly.
- Serve or Chill: Serve the salad immediately for fresh taste, or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to marinate and develop further.
Notes
- Use ripe fruit that holds its shape well for the best flavor and texture.
- Buy pre-prepared fruits like pomegranate arils and chopped apples or pears to speed up preparation.
- Soak dried cranberries or raisins in warm apple, pineapple, or orange juice for 20-30 minutes to soften before adding to the salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
