Autumn Harvest Fruit Salad 🍎🍐🍇🍂✨
A vibrant mix of seasonal fruits, crunchy nuts, and a touch of maple sweetness—perfect for fall gatherings.
Ingredients
Fruit Base
- 2 apples, cored and chopped
- 2 pears, cored and chopped
- 1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
- 1 cup pomegranate arils
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup pecans or walnuts, toasted
Dressing
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Optional Add-Ins
- 1 cup sliced persimmons
- ½ cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup cubed sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Prepare fruit: Wash, core, and chop apples and pears. Halve grapes. Collect pomegranate arils.
- Mix base: In a large bowl, combine apples, pears, grapes, pomegranate, cranberries, and toasted nuts.
- Make dressing: Whisk lemon juice, maple syrup (or honey), and cinnamon until smooth.
- Toss: Pour dressing over fruit mixture. Toss gently to coat evenly.
- Add extras: Fold in persimmons, coconut, or cheddar cubes if desired.
- Serve: Chill for 15–20 minutes before serving for best flavor. Garnish with extra nuts or pomegranate arils.
Tips
- Balance flavors: Adjust sweetness with more maple syrup or tartness with extra lemon juice.
- Texture: Toast nuts for crunch and depth of flavor.
- Make-ahead: Prepare salad up to 4 hours in advance; add dressing just before serving.
Caption & Engagement
Caption: “Autumn Harvest Fruit Salad—fresh, colorful, and bursting with seasonal flavor! 🍎🍐🍇🍂✨”
- Comment prompt: “Would you add cheddar cubes or keep it fruity?”
- Rotating closers: “Save for your next fall feast.” • “Tag a friend who loves autumn flavors.” • “Seasonal sweetness in every bite.”