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Fresh Winter Fruit Salad with Easy Cinnamon Vanilla Dressing

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A vibrant, refreshing winter fruit salad featuring apples, pears, oranges, banana, pomegranate, and cranberries tossed in a cozy cinnamon vanilla maple dressing. Perfect for holiday gatherings, brunch, or a healthy dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium apples, diced (Honeycrisp or Fuji)
  • 2 ripe pears, diced (Bosc or Bartlett)
  • 2 medium oranges, segmented and chopped (navel or blood oranges)
  • 1 large banana, sliced (optional)
  • 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds (about 1 small pomegranate)
  • 1/2 cup red grapes, halved (optional)
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries (unsweetened if possible)
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup (or honey)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Wash and prep the fruit: Rinse apples, pears, grapes, and pomegranate thoroughly. Pat dry. Peel oranges and segment them, catching any juice for the dressing.
  2. Dice apples and pears into 1/2-inch cubes. Slice banana into 1/4-inch rounds. Halve grapes. Segment and chop oranges into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Remove pomegranate seeds: Cut pomegranate in half and tap with a wooden spoon over a bowl to release seeds. Remove any pith.
  4. In a large bowl, gently combine apples, pears, oranges, banana, grapes, cranberries, and pomegranate seeds. Toss lightly.
  5. Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and a pinch of sea salt.
  6. Pour dressing over fruit and gently toss with a serving spoon or tongs until evenly coated.
  7. Optional: Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes before serving to let flavors mingle.

Notes

Use firm, ripe fruit for best texture. Toss apples and pears with lemon juice to prevent browning. Add bananas just before serving. Chill salad for 15 minutes for brighter flavor. Swap fruits based on season or preference. Nuts or seeds can be added for crunch. All ingredients are naturally gluten-free and vegan if using maple syrup.

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