Winter Fruit Salad
This vibrant winter fruit salad features crisp apples, juicy pears, tart cranberries, and sweet kiwi, all brought together with a refreshing maple-lime dressing, making it perfect for a light dessert or brunch side.
Ingredients
Fruits
- 2 medium Crisp apples (Fuji, Honeycrisp, or Gala) Choose a variety for crunch.
- 2 medium Juicy pears (Bartlett or Bosc) Slightly firm is best.
- 2-3 Kiwi Ripe but not mushy; green or golden both work.
- 1/2 cup Vibrant cranberries Fresh or dried cranberries.
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup Use pure maple for best flavor.
- 1-2 tablespoons Lime juice Fresh-squeezed.
- a pinch Salt Sea salt or kosher.
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash all fruit and pat dry.
- Core the apples and pears then chop into uniform, bite-sized pieces.
- Peel the kiwi and cut into similar-sized pieces. Combine the apples, pears, kiwi, and cranberries in a large mixing bowl.
Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, fresh lime juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Taste and adjust: add more maple for sweetness or more lime for brightness.
Serving
- Drizzle the dressing over the fruit.
- Using a large spoon, toss gently to coat everything evenly without mashing the kiwi.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate briefly before serving.
Notes
Best enjoyed immediately after preparation. If not serving right away, store the dressing separately to prevent sogginess.