Winter Fruit Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing (Print)
Vibrant seasonal fruits tossed in a tangy-sweet poppy seed dressing. Refreshing, easy to prepare, and perfect for winter meals.
# Ingredient list:
→ Fruits
01 - 2 large oranges, peeled and segmented
02 - 2 medium apples, cored and chopped
03 - 2 medium pears, cored and sliced
04 - 1 cup pomegranate seeds
05 - 1 cup red grapes, halved
06 - 1/2 cup dried cranberries
→ Poppy Seed Dressing
07 - 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
08 - 2 tablespoons honey
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
10 - 1 tablespoon orange juice
11 - 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
12 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
13 - Pinch of salt
# Directions:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the oranges, apples, pears, pomegranate seeds, grapes, and dried cranberries.
02 - In a separate small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, orange juice, poppy seeds, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
03 - Pour the poppy seed dressing over the fruit mixture. Gently toss until all fruit is evenly coated.
04 - Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The combination of winter fruits creates this gorgeous jewel-toned bowl that somehow makes even the grayest January day feel more cheerful.
- The creamy poppy seed dressing ties everything together with just the right balance of tangy and sweet, making this so much more interesting than your average fruit salad.
02 -
- Cutting the apples and pears last helps prevent browning, but a splash of lemon juice directly on these fruits provides extra insurance if you need to prepare ahead.
- The salad actually tastes better after sitting for about 30 minutes, allowing the dressing to slightly soften the firmer fruits while the flavors mingle.
03 -
- Segment citrus fruits over your dressing bowl to catch any escaping juices, then incorporate those precious drops into your dressing.
- The vanilla in the dressing might seem unusual, but it adds a subtle warmth that bridges the tangy yogurt and sweet honey, transforming a simple fruit salad into something memorable.