Description
This vibrant Winter Fruit Salad is a refreshing addition to any fall potluck. Juicy oranges, crisp apples, sweet pomegranate arils, and tangy kiwi come together with a delightful orange poppy seed dressing. It’s a colorful, crowd-pleasing dish perfect for the season!
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- 3 navel oranges, peeled and segmented
- 2 apples, thinly sliced (Honeycrisp or Fuji)
- 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup pomegranate arils
- 1/2 cup red grapes, halved
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
For the Orange Poppy Seed Dressing:
- 1/3 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil or neutral oil
- 1 tsp poppy seeds
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing:
In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, honey, lemon juice, olive oil, poppy seeds, and a pinch of salt. Set aside. - Assemble the Salad:
In a large serving bowl, combine orange segments, apple slices, kiwi slices, pomegranate arils, and grapes. Gently toss to mix. - Add the Dressing:
Drizzle the prepared dressing over the fruit salad. Toss gently to coat all the fruit evenly. - Optional Garnish:
Sprinkle chopped walnuts or pecans on top for added crunch, if desired. - Serve:
Serve immediately or chill for up to 1 hour before serving. This salad is best enjoyed fresh!
Notes
- Use a mix of seasonal fruits like pears or persimmons for variety.
- To prevent apples from browning, toss them in a little lemon juice before adding to the salad.
- Leftover dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg