Autumn Harvest Fall Fruit Salad with Maple Cinnamon
This cozy and refreshing fall fruit salad features apples, pears, cranberries, and crunchy walnuts, all tossed in a warm maple-cinnamon dressing perfect for holidays or autumn brunches.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- Serving Spoon
Ingredients
Fruit Salad
- 2 crisp apples Gala or Fuji, diced
- 2 ripe pears diced
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- ½ cup chopped walnuts optional
Maple Cinnamon Dressing
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
Optional Garnish
- fresh mint leaves for garnish
- ground cinnamon sprinkle for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine diced apples, pears, cranberries, and walnuts (if using).
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until well blended.
- Pour the dressing over the fruit mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Garnish with fresh mint and a light sprinkle of ground cinnamon before serving, if desired.
Notes
For added sweetness, stir in a few dried cranberries or golden raisins. Let the salad chill for 15 minutes before serving to enhance flavor.