Winter Fruit Salad Recipe

Introduction

This winter fruit salad is a refreshing and vibrant way to enjoy seasonal fruits. Combining crisp apples, juicy mandarins, and sweet pomegranate seeds with a tangy yogurt dressing, it’s a perfect healthy treat for any time of day.

Ingredients

• 2 apples, cored and diced
• 6 mandarins, peeled and segmented
• 2 bananas, peeled and sliced
• 5 kiwis, peeled and diced
• 1 cup pomegranate arils (seeds)
• ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons orange juice

Instructions

1. Step 1: Add the diced apples, mandarin segments, sliced bananas, diced kiwis, and pomegranate arils to a large bowl.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, poppy seeds, honey, and orange juice until smooth.
3. Step 3: Pour the yogurt dressing over the fruit mixture and gently toss to coat all the fruit evenly.

Tips & Variations

• Swap dairy Greek yogurt with a non-dairy alternative for a vegan option; adjust the honey amount based on the sweetness of your yogurt.
• Add chopped nuts or seeds for extra crunch and nutrition.
• Include seasonal citrus fruits like grapefruit or blood oranges for added color and flavor.

Storage

Store the fruit salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It stays fresh for about 24 hours. To enjoy best texture and flavor, serve chilled and consume within a day since the bananas may brown over time.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other fruits in this salad?

Yes, feel free to substitute or add other seasonal fruits like pears, berries, or citrus to suit your taste and availability.

How do I keep the bananas from browning?

To slow browning, toss the banana slices with a little lemon or orange juice before mixing with the other fruits and dressing.

Winter Fruit Salad Recipe

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This refreshing Winter Fruit Salad combines a vibrant mix of seasonal fruits tossed in a lightly sweetened Greek yogurt dressing with poppy seeds and a hint of orange juice. Perfect as a healthy, colorful breakfast or a light dessert, this salad balances natural fruit sweetness with creamy tanginess and a subtle crunch from the poppy seeds.

• Author: Clara
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Salad
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Fruits

• 2 apples, cored and diced
• 6 mandarins, peeled and segmented
• 2 bananas, peeled and sliced
• 5 kiwis, peeled and diced
• 1 cup pomegranate arils (seeds)

Dressing

• ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons orange juice

Instructions

1. Prepare the fruit: Add the diced apples, segmented mandarins, sliced bananas, diced kiwis, and pomegranate arils into a large mixing bowl.
2. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the plain Greek yogurt, poppy seeds, honey, and orange juice until smooth and well combined.
3. Combine the salad: Pour the yogurt dressing over the mixed fruits in the large bowl. Gently toss the fruit and dressing together to ensure all pieces are evenly coated without bruising the fruit.
4. Serve or store: Serve the fruit salad immediately or cover and refrigerate. The salad will stay fresh for up to 24 hours in the refrigerator.

Notes

• You can substitute dairy Greek yogurt with a non-dairy alternative for a dairy-free version; note that you may need to adjust the honey amount depending on the sweetness of the non-dairy yogurt.
• For best texture, add bananas just before serving to prevent browning.
• This fruit salad is best consumed within 24 hours to enjoy maximum freshness and flavor.

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