Winter Fruit Salad with Cinnamon Vanilla Dressing
A vibrant and refreshing Winter Fruit Salad enhanced with a rich Cinnamon Vanilla Dressing, perfect for holiday gatherings or a healthy dessert option.
Ingredients
For the Fruit Salad
- 10 pieces Cuties mandarin oranges, peeled and segmented
- 4 large Fuji apples, cored and diced
- 2 pieces pomegranates, arils removed
For the Cinnamon Vanilla Dressing
- 1 cup granulated sugar Adjust based on sweetness preference.
- 1 cup water
- 2 sticks cinnamon
- 1 piece vanilla bean, split down the middle and seeds scraped
Instructions
Preparation
- In a small sauce pot, combine all of the ingredients for the Cinnamon Vanilla dressing.
- Stirring regularly, bring the mixture to a simmer, then turn off the heat and let the dressing cool to room temperature for about 1 hour.
- In a bowl, combine the Cuties, diced apple, and pomegranate arils.
- Stir the cooled cinnamon vanilla dressing a little, then pour your desired amount on top of the fruit salad.
- Toss until the fruit salad is evenly coated.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 2-3 days. Dressing can be made ahead of time. For added flavor, garnish with chopped nuts or fresh mint leaves. Adjust sugar based on taste and fruit sweetness. For a creamier version, add yogurt or whipped cream before serving.