Here’s a simple and refreshing recipe for Apple Fruit Salad — crisp apples, a mix of other fruits, and a light, sweet dressing. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a potluck side.
🍎 Apple Fruit Salad
Ingredients (serves 4–6)
- 3–4 medium apples (any variety: Fuji, Honeycrisp, Gala), diced
- 1 cup grapes, halved
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
- 1 banana, sliced (optional, add just before serving to prevent browning)
- 1/2 cup orange juice or apple juice
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans, optional)
- 1/4 cup raisins or dried cranberries (optional)
Instructions
1. Prep the fruits
- Wash and dice apples.
- Halve grapes and slice banana (if using).
- Combine apples, grapes, pineapple, and other fruits in a large bowl.
2. Make the dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice (or apple juice), honey, and cinnamon.
3. Combine
- Pour the dressing over the fruit and gently toss to coat.
- Add nuts and raisins/dried cranberries if desired.
4. Chill
- Refrigerate 30 minutes to 1 hour before serving to let flavors meld.
5. Serve
- Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or snack.
⭐ Tips
- Prevent browning: Toss apples and bananas with a little lemon juice before adding dressing.
- Make it tropical: Add mango, kiwi, or papaya.
- Creamy version: Stir in 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or whipped cream for a richer fruit salad.
- Crunch factor: Top with granola just before serving.
If you want, I can also give you:
🍏 Caramel Apple Fruit Salad
🍓 Apple and Berry Fruit Salad
🥜 Apple Waldorf Salad with Nuts and Yogurt
Which version should I provide?
