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Cinnamon Apple Grape Salad

Cinnamon Apple Grape Salad with a Crunchy Nut Twist

Cinnamon Apple Grape Salad is a delightful and quick-to-make dish bursting with flavor, perfect as a snack or side.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Apples, diced Firm varieties like Honeycrisp preferred
  • 1 cup Red Grapes, halved Juicy and sweet
  • 1 cup Pecans or Walnuts, toasted Substitute with almonds if desired
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup or agave nectar can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon For warmth and spice
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice To coat apples and prevent browning
  • 1 pinch Sea Salt For amplifying flavors

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • small bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Toast the nuts in a skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until fragrant and golden brown.
  2. Prepare the fruit by washing thoroughly, dicing the apples, and halving the grapes. Toss apples in lemon juice.
  3. Make the dressing by whisking honey, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl.
  4. Combine the lemon-coated apples, grapes, and toasted nuts in a large bowl. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving, keeping nuts separate until then.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 55mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Serve salad immediately for best texture or chill briefly to meld flavors. Add nuts before serving to maintain crunchiness.

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