Description
A bright and seasonal fruit salad featuring crisp apples, honeyed pears, jewel-like pomegranate arils, and zesty citrus, perfect for holiday tables.
Ingredients
- 2 cups diced apples (Honeycrisp or Pink Lady recommended)
- 2 cups diced pears (Bosc or Anjou)
- 1 cup pomegranate seeds (arils)
- 1 cup chopped oranges (Navel or Blood oranges)
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (toasted optional)
- 1/4 cup honey (or maple syrup for a vegan alternative)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Wash all fruit thoroughly. Core and dice apples and pears into even, bite-sized pieces.
- Segment the oranges or chop into small pieces. Remove pomegranate seeds carefully.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine apples, pears, orange pieces, and pomegranate seeds. Add walnuts if using.
- Make the dressing by warming the honey and whisk in cinnamon and vanilla until incorporated.
- Drizzle the warm dressing over the fruit and fold gently.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes if desired.
Notes
For a vegan option, use pure maple syrup instead of honey. Toss apples and pears with lemon juice to reduce browning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean