WINTER FRUIT AND PASTA SALAD

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You don't have to give up enjoying fresh fruit during the winter season. Just select a colorful variety of fresh winter fruit, mix it all together with just a bit of crunchy celery, add a bright poppy seed dressing, and start smiling.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup mini farfalle pasta
2 mandarin oranges, peeled and segmented
2 kiwi fruits - peeled, sliced, and quartered
1 medium apple, diced
1 medium Bartlett pear, cored and diced
¼ cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Ocean Spray® Craisins®)
2 tablespoons pomegranate arils
2 tablespoons minced celery
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon poppy seeds

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook farfalle at a boil, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 7 minutes. Rinse under cold water and drain well.
  • Meanwhile, combine mandarin orange sections, kiwi, apple, pear, dried cranberries, pomegranate arils, and celery in a large bowl.
  • Add pasta to the fruit salad, mixing until well combined.
  • Whisk lime juice, honey, olive oil, and poppy seeds together in a small bowl. Pour over pasta salad and stir until combined. Place in the refrigerator until flavors have blended, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.7 calories, Carbohydrate 33.3 g, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 5.6 mg, Sugar 21.1 g

Hatibu Hamadi
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can use any type of fruit or pasta that you like. I've even made it with leftover chicken or shrimp.


Rodina Elashker
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also great for meal prep. I like to make a big batch on the weekend and then eat it throughout the week.


Marisha van Zyl
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I'm not a big fan of fruit in my salad, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The fruit was actually really good with the pasta. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ashraf Zaki
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This is one of my favorite salads to make in the summer. The combination of sweet fruit and savory pasta is so refreshing. I also love that it's so easy to make. I can usually have it on the table in about 30 minutes.


David Whipperson
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I made this salad for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination. I especially liked the addition of walnuts, which added a nice crunch.


Ayesha Islam Roz
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I'm always looking for new ways to make pasta salad. This recipe is definitely a keeper. It's so easy to make, and it's packed with flavor. The dressing is perfectly balanced, and the fruit and pasta are cooked to perfection.


Wajahat Sardar
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover fruit. I had some oranges and grapes that were about to go bad, so I decided to make this salad. It turned out really well! The dressing is perfectly balanced, and the fruit and pasta are cooked to perfect


Muhammed Kashim Ocholi
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I was looking for a new pasta salad recipe, and this one caught my eye. I'm so glad I tried it! It's so easy to make, and it's absolutely delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Jacqueline Poultney
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of sweet and savory. It's the perfect dish for a summer party.


Junaued Hassan
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it. It's a great way to use up leftover fruit and pasta.


Selina Namisango
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This is a great recipe for beginner cooks. It's so easy to make, and it's hard to mess up. Plus, it's a really delicious and impressive dish.


Peimila Halder
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can use any type of fruit or pasta that you like. I've even made it with leftover chicken or shrimp.


Wisdom Zion
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also great for meal prep. I like to make a big batch on the weekend and then eat it throughout the week.


Hussnain Ahemd
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I'm not a big fan of fruit in my salad, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The fruit was actually really good with the pasta. I'll definitely be making this again.


Rana Haris
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This is one of my favorite salads to make in the winter. The combination of sweet fruit and savory pasta is so comforting. I also love that it's so easy to make. I can usually have it on the table in about 30 minutes.


Diss Account
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I made this salad for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination. I especially liked the addition of walnuts, which added a nice crunch.


Amandi Obadiegwu
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I'm always looking for new pasta salad recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper. The winter fruit adds a refreshing sweetness that I love. I also appreciate that this recipe is relatively healthy, so I can feel good about eating it.


Nozipho Zungu
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's so easy to make, but it's packed with flavor. The dressing is perfectly balanced, and the fruit and pasta are cooked to perfection.


Ceyanee Brown
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This winter fruit and pasta salad was a hit at my holiday party! The combination of sweet fruit and savory pasta was unexpected and delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.