Introduction

This Cinnamon Apple Grape Salad is a refreshing, sweet, and crunchy dish perfect for any season. Combining crisp apples, juicy grapes, toasted nuts, and a warm cinnamon-honey dressing, it’s a delightful treat that’s easy to prepare and sure to please your palate.

A close-up image showing a mix of fresh fruit and nuts in a white bowl with a white marbled background. The dish has several layers: the bottom layer has chunky pieces of green apple, and pale yellow apple, both with specks of cinnamon. On top are whole red grapes with a shiny, smooth texture. Scattered around are rich brown pecan halves, adding a crunchy look. The fruit and nuts are lightly coated in a spice, giving a warm, slightly textured outer layer. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

3 medium apples, diced
2 cups red grapes, halved
1 cup pecans or walnuts, toasted and chopped
3 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

Step 1: 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 let cool, then roughly chop them into bite-sized pieces.
Step 2: Wash and dice the apples into bite-sized chunks, leaving the skin on for extra nutrition and color. Cut the grapes in half lengthwise. Place both fruits in a large mixing bowl and toss with lemon juice to prevent browning.
Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt until well combined. If the honey is too thick, warm it slightly in the microwave for 10-15 seconds to make it easier to drizzle.
Step 4: Pour the cinnamon-honey dressing over the fruit mixture and add the toasted, chopped nuts. Gently toss everything together until the fruit is evenly coated with the dressing and the nuts are well distributed.
Step 5: Serve immediately for the crispest texture, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving if you prefer it chilled. Garnish with an extra sprinkle of cinnamon and a few whole pecans on top for presentation.

Tips & Variations

Try using a mix of green and red apples for added color and flavor contrast.
Swap pecans or walnuts for toasted almonds or hazelnuts if preferred.
If you like a little tang, add a handful of dried cranberries or fresh pomegranate seeds.
For a creamier twist, stir in a dollop of Greek yogurt before serving.

Storage

Store the salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. The fruit may release some juice over time, so give it a gentle toss before serving. This salad is best enjoyed fresh or within a day as the apples might brown and soften if stored longer. No reheating is necessary.

How to Serve

The image shows a close-up of a fruit and nut salad in a white bowl on a white marbled surface. The salad has three main layers: shiny red grapes scattered evenly, pale yellow and green apple cubes with a fuzzy texture, and crunchy brown pecans and walnuts mixed throughout. The fruit and nuts are coated lightly with a dusting of spice or seasoning, adding tiny specks of dark brown on their surfaces. The photo captures the fresh, juicy look of the fruit and the rich, textured shells of the nuts. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen grapes in this salad?

It’s best to use fresh grapes for this recipe because frozen grapes can be mushy and watery once thawed, which may affect the texture and flavor of the salad.

Can I prepare this salad in advance?

You can prepare the fruit and toast the nuts ahead of time, but it’s best to toss everything with the dressing just before serving to keep the fruit fresh and prevent browning.

Cinnamon Apple Grape Salad Recipe

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A refreshing and flavorful Cinnamon Apple Grape Salad that combines crisp apples and juicy grapes with toasted nuts and a sweet cinnamon-honey dressing. Perfect as a healthy snack or a light dessert.

Author: Dylan
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Salad
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale

Fruit

3 medium apples, diced
2 cups red grapes, halved

Nuts

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

Toast Nuts: Toast the pecans or walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they become fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from heat and allow to cool, then roughly chop into bite-sized pieces.
Prepare Fruit: Wash the apples thoroughly and dice them into bite-sized chunks, keeping the skin on for added nutrition and color. Halve the grapes lengthwise. Place both apples and grapes into a large mixing bowl and toss them with the fresh lemon juice to prevent browning.
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 too thick, warm it in the microwave for 10-15 seconds to make it easier to drizzle over the salad.
Combine Everything: Pour the cinnamon-honey dressing over the fruit mixture, add the toasted and chopped nuts, then gently toss everything together until all the fruit is evenly coated with the dressing and the nuts are evenly distributed.
Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp freshness of the salad, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours if you prefer it chilled. For a nicer presentation, garnish with an extra sprinkle of cinnamon and a few whole pecans on top.

Notes

If you prefer a different nut, walnuts can be substituted for pecans or vice versa.
Adjust the amount of honey for sweetness according to your preference.
For added texture, consider adding a handful of dried cranberries or raisins.
This salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for 1-2 hours without losing its texture.
Make sure to toss the fruit with lemon juice immediately after cutting to prevent browning.

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