Ingredients
Fruit
- 1 orange (zested and juiced)
- 16 ounces red seedless grapes
- 12 ounces blackberries
- 2 large sweet apples, cubed into bite-size pieces
Dressing & Topping
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a large bowl, combine the zest and juice of one orange with 2 tablespoons of maple syrup and 3/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is well blended.
- Add the fruit and nuts: To the bowl, add 16 ounces of red seedless grapes, 12 ounces of blackberries, and 1 cup of chopped pecans. Cube 2 large sweet apples into bite-size pieces and add them immediately to the bowl.
- Toss the salad: Immediately toss all the fruit and pecans with the dressing to evenly coat. This helps to keep the apples from browning and ensures every bite is flavorful.
- Serve or store: Serve the fruit salad immediately for the freshest taste, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. The salad stays vibrant and delicious when chilled.
Notes
- Use sweet apples such as Fuji, Honeycrisp, or Gala for the best flavor contrast.
- Tossing the salad immediately helps prevent the apples from browning quickly.
- For added texture, consider lightly toasting the pecans before adding them.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian