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Winter Fruit Salad with Maple-Lime Dressing

A vibrant salad featuring crunchy apples, juicy citrus, and sweet-tart pomegranate, dressed in a delightful maple-lime vinaigrette.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Fruits
  • 2 medium-sized apples, diced Choose your favorite varieties for the best crunch.
  • 2 medium-sized pears, diced A good complement to the apples.
  • 2 medium-sized citrus fruits (oranges or tangerines), segmented Peel and remove seeds.
  • 1 cup pomegranate seeds Adds a pop of sweetness.
Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup Use pure maple syrup for best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice Freshly squeezed is best.
Garnish
  • 1 handful mint leaves Adds a fresh aroma.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash all fruits thoroughly. Dice the apples and pears into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Peel and segment the oranges or tangerines, ensuring to remove any seeds.
Mixing
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced apples, pears, segmented citrus fruits, and pomegranate seeds.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup and lime juice until well blended.
  3. Drizzle the dressing over the fruit mixture and gently toss to ensure even coverage.
Garnishing
  1. Sprinkle the salad with fresh mint leaves for color and aroma.
  2. Let the salad chill in the fridge for about 10 minutes before serving for the flavors to meld beautifully.

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh. If you have leftovers, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 days. Add dressing right before serving to keep everything crisp.