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Cinnamon Apple Grape Salad Recipe

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A refreshing and crunchy Cinnamon Apple Grape Salad featuring diced apples, halved grapes, and toasted nuts, all tossed in a sweet and spiced honey-cinnamon dressing. This easy no-cook salad is perfect as a light snack, side dish, or healthy dessert, offering a balanced blend of sweet, tart, and nutty flavors with a hint of warmth from cinnamon.

Ingredients

Salad Ingredients

  • 3 medium apples, diced
  • 2 cups red grapes, halved
  • 1 cup pecans or walnuts, toasted and chopped

Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Toast Nuts: Toast the pecans or walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from heat and allow to cool before roughly chopping into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Prepare Fruit: Wash and dice the apples into bite-sized chunks, leaving the skin on for extra nutrition and vibrant color. Cut the grapes in half lengthwise. Place both fruits in a large mixing bowl and toss with the fresh lemon juice to prevent browning.
  3. Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt until well combined. If the honey is thick, warm it for 10-15 seconds in the microwave to make it easier to drizzle.
  4. Toss Salad: Pour the cinnamon-honey dressing over the fruit mixture. Add the toasted, chopped nuts and gently toss everything until the fruit is evenly coated and nuts are well distributed.
  5. Serve: Enjoy immediately for the crispest texture, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving if chilled salad is preferred. Optionally, garnish with an extra sprinkle of cinnamon and whole pecans for presentation.

Notes

  • For added crunch, use pecans instead of walnuts, or mix both.
  • To prevent apple browning, make sure to toss the fruit with lemon juice immediately after cutting.
  • This salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 2 hours without loss of flavor or texture.
  • Adjust cinnamon amount according to your spice preference.
  • Can be made vegan by substituting honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.

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