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Winter Fruit Salad with Cinnamon Vanilla Dressing

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Delicious winter fruit salad with cinnamon vanilla dressing recipe with detailed instructions and nutritional information.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cubed Honeycrisp apples
  • 2 cups cubed pears (Bosc or Anjou)
  • 1 cup pomegranate seeds
  • 1 cup mandarin orange segments, drained
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the cubed apples, pears, pomegranate seeds, mandarin orange segments, dried cranberries, and chopped nuts.
  2. Step 2: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Pour the dressing over the fruit mixture.
  4. Step 4: Gently toss the fruit salad to ensure all the fruit is evenly coated with the dressing.
  5. Step 5: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Step 6: Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

  • To prevent browning, toss the apples and pears with a squeeze of lemon juice before adding them to the salad.
  • Store leftover fruit salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; the fruit may soften slightly over time.
  • For a festive touch, garnish each serving with a sprig of fresh mint or a sprinkle of extra cinnamon.
  • This salad is best served chilled to allow the flavors to fully develop, so don't skip the refrigeration step.
  • Author: Kelly Deitz
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American