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Thanksgiving Fruit Salad

Thanksgiving Fruit Salad

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Thanksgiving Fruit Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings a burst of flavor to your holiday table. This delightful medley features crisp green and red apples, juicy navel oranges, and sweet cranberries, all tossed in a warm spiced dressing that perfectly complements the autumn spirit. Not only is this salad visually appealing, but it is also a nutritious option packed with wholesome ingredients, making it ideal for family gatherings, potlucks, or as a quick and healthy snack. With its ease of preparation and versatility, you can customize this recipe to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy the best of the season with this colorful fruit salad that everyone will love!

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 medium green apples
  • 2 medium red apples
  • ¾ cup dried cranberries
  • 1 cup pecans
  • 1 cup grapes
  • 3 medium navel oranges
  • 1 medium lemon (juiced)
  • ½ cup orange juice
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • ¼ tsp apple pie spice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and toast the pecans on a baking sheet until fragrant.
  2. In a saucepan, combine orange juice, sugar, apple pie spice, lemon zest, and orange zest over medium heat until slightly thickened. Allow to cool.
  3. Core and chop the apples into bite-sized pieces; toss with lemon juice to prevent browning.
  4. Peel and chop the oranges into similar-sized chunks.
  5. In a large bowl, combine chopped apples, cranberries, toasted pecans, grapes, and oranges. Drizzle with cooled dressing and gently toss.
  • Author: Nova
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg