Best 3 Fall Harvest Fruit Salad Recipes

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Fall is the season of harvest, and what better way to celebrate than with a delicious fruit salad? This colorful and refreshing dish is packed with the best of the season's bounty, including apples, pears, grapes, and berries. It's a great way to enjoy the natural sweetness of fresh fruit, and it's also a healthy and nutritious snack or dessert.

This article features three unique fall harvest fruit salad recipes, each with its own flavor profile and presentation. The first recipe is a classic fruit salad, made with a variety of fresh fruits and a simple dressing of honey and lemon juice. The second recipe is a more decadent fruit salad, made with roasted grapes and a balsamic vinaigrette. The third recipe is a unique and refreshing fruit salad, made with watermelon, feta cheese, and mint.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy this delicious and healthy fall treat. So gather up your favorite fruits and get ready to make a delicious fall harvest fruit salad.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FALL HARVEST FRUIT SALAD



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This salad is a delicious way to enjoy the best of the fall fruit harvest.

Provided by Amanda W

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 medium ripe pears - peeled, cored, and cubed
4 medium apples - peeled, cored, and cubed
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Craisins®)
½ cup chopped walnuts
½ cup granola
½ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Coat pears and apples in lemon juice.
  • Mix dried cranberries, walnuts, granola, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg together in a large bowl. Toss pears and apples into the mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.8 calories, Carbohydrate 36 g, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 5 mg, Sugar 28.2 g

HARVEST FRUIT SALAD



Harvest Fruit Salad image

This is the perfect fruit salad for fall. There are so many flavors and textures crammed into one recipe. We loved the combination of sweet crisp apples and pears. Raisins and Craisins add a fall feel to the salad. Our favorite ingredients were the pomegranate and choice of raspberry walnut dressing. A simple fall side dish that...

Provided by Michelle Helgesen

Categories     Fruit Sides

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 medium apples
2 large Bosc pears
2 pomegranates
3/4 c Craisins
3/4 c golden raisins
3/4 c pecans, coarsely chopped
3/4 c glazed walnuts, coarsely chopped
1/2 c raspberry walnut vinaigrette

Steps:

  • 1. Fill a large mixing bowl with very cold water to help peel your pomegranate. Slice off the top and score the outside like an orange. Submerge into the cold water and gently pull sections apart, using your thumbs to brush the seeds off the peel. The peels and membranes float which helps to separate them from the seeds. Strain.
  • 2. Cube the apples and pears.
  • 3. Add the apples, pears, pom seeds, craisins, golden raisins, and nuts to a large mixing bowl.
  • 4. Pour half the vinaigrette and toss.
  • 5. Add the rest of the vinaigrette a little at a time until everything is lightly coated.

CONTEST-WINNING FALL HARVEST SALAD



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For a change, you can swap roasted butternut squash or pumpkin for sweet potatoes in this tasty salad. Any combination of dried fruit and nuts will work as ingredients, so pick your favorites. -Mary Marlowe Leverette, Columbia, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups cubed cooked turkey breast
2 medium apples, cubed
1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
4 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
DRESSING:
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; drizzle with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat., Bake at 400° for 25-30 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Cool to room temperature., In a large bowl, combine the turkey, apples, walnuts, onions, raisins, parsley and sweet potatoes., In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over turkey mixture; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 471 calories, Fat 26g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 237mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

Tips:

  • Use seasonal fruits: This will ensure that your salad is made with the freshest and most flavorful fruits.
  • Choose a variety of fruits: This will give your salad a more complex flavor and texture.
  • Don't be afraid to mix and match different types of fruits: There are no rules when it comes to fruit salad, so feel free to experiment until you find a combination that you love.
  • Add some nuts or seeds for a crunchy texture: This will also help to balance out the sweetness of the fruits.
  • Drizzle your salad with a simple dressing: A simple dressing made with olive oil, vinegar, and honey is all you need to enhance the flavor of the fruits.

Conclusion:

Fall harvest fruit salad is a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy the bounty of the season. It's a great way to use up leftover fruits, and it's also a healthy and nutritious snack or side dish. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy way to enjoy your favorite fall fruits, give this recipe a try.

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