Description
This vibrant Winter Fruit Salad combines crisp apples, juicy clementines, sweet kiwi, and tart pomegranate arils, all tossed in a fresh citrus dressing made with orange juice and honey or agave. It's a refreshing and naturally gluten-free, paleo, and vegan-friendly side dish perfect for holiday dinners or brunches.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 2 apples, sliced then cut into small pieces (2 to 2 1/2 cups)
- 2 cups clementine slices
- 2 cups sliced kiwi, halved lengthwise then sliced (about 5-6 kiwi)
- 1 1/2 to 2 cups pomegranate arils (from 1 pomegranate)
Dressing
- 4-5 tablespoons orange juice (high quality or fresh-squeezed)
- 2-3 tablespoons honey or agave (use agave for vegan option)
Instructions
- Combine Fruit: In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, clementine slices, sliced kiwi, and pomegranate arils, ensuring all the fruit is evenly mixed.
- Mix Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice and honey or agave until well combined to create the citrus dressing.
- Gently Combine: Drizzle the dressing over the fruit mixture and gently stir to coat all the fruit evenly. Taste and adjust by adding more sweetener or dressing if desired; note that the fruit will release more juice as it sits.
- Serve & Store: If possible, chill the fruit salad for 15 to 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. You can refrigerate it for up to 1 to 2 hours in advance for best texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 to 3 days, keeping in mind the fruit will soften over time.
Notes
- This salad is naturally gluten-free, paleo, and vegan-friendly when using agave.
- Use high-quality or fresh-squeezed orange juice for a bright citrus flavor.
- For vegan option, substitute honey with agave syrup.
- Allowing the salad to chill enhances the texture and flavor melding.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness for 2-3 days, but expect softening of fruit over time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3/4 cup salad
- Calories: 124 kcal
- Sugar: 22.6 g
- Sodium: 3.7 mg
- Fat: 0.9 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30.5 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 1.8 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
