Autumn Harvest Fruit Salad

This Autumn Harvest Fruit Salad is a colorful, refreshing mix of seasonal fruits tossed in a light honey-cinnamon dressing. It’s the perfect balance of crisp, juicy, and sweet — ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a festive fall side dish! 🍎🍐🍇

Ingredients:

Ingredient	Quantity	Notes
Apples (Honeycrisp or Fuji)	2	Cored and diced
Pears (Bartlett or Anjou)	2	Cored and diced
Red grapes	1 cup	Halved
Pomegranate seeds	½ cup	For color and crunch
Dried cranberries	¼ cup	Adds tart sweetness
Pecans or walnuts	½ cup	Toasted for extra flavor
Fresh lemon juice	1 tbsp	Prevents browning
Dressing
Honey	2 tbsp	Maple syrup works too
Orange juice	2 tbsp	Freshly squeezed
Ground cinnamon	¼ tsp	Warm autumn spice
Vanilla extract	½ tsp	Optional, for aroma

Instructions:

1. Prepare the fruit:
   Wash, core, and dice the apples and pears into bite-sized pieces. Place them in a large mixing bowl and toss with lemon juice to keep them fresh and crisp.
2. Add the other fruits:
   Mix in the grapes, pomegranate seeds, and dried cranberries.
3. Make the dressing:
   In a small bowl, whisk together honey (or maple syrup), orange juice, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Combine and toss:
   Pour the dressing over the fruit and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
5. Top and serve:
   Sprinkle toasted pecans or walnuts on top right before serving for a delightful crunch.

Tips:

• Chill for 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
• Substitute with seasonal fruits like persimmons or mandarin oranges.
• To make it more indulgent, add a dollop of whipped cream or Greek yogurt on the side.