Winter Fruit Salad with Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing
A colorful and refreshing winter fruit salad featuring crisp apples, juicy citrus, sweet pears, and tart pomegranates, complemented by a creamy lemon poppy seed dressing.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 150kcal
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Small Mixing Bowl
- Knife
Ingredients
Fruits
- 2 medium Crisp Apples (Honeycrisp or Fuji) Choose firm apples free of blemishes.
- 2 ripe Pears (Bartlett or Anjou) Look for pears that yield slightly to gentle pressure.
- 2 large Oranges Navel oranges are recommended for sweetness.
- 1 large Pomegranate Use the seeds (arils) for tartness and color.
- 1 cup Fresh Blueberries Opt for plump, firm blueberries.
Nuts
- 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts Choose raw or lightly toasted walnuts.
Dressing
- 1/4 cup Honey Use high-quality honey for best flavor.
- 1/4 cup Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice Brightens the salad and balances sweetness.
- 1 tablespoon Poppy Seeds Adds texture and a subtle nutty flavor.
- to taste Salt Enhances flavors of fruits and dressing.
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the fruits: Rinse apples, pears, and oranges. Core and slice apples and pears into bite-sized pieces. Peel and segment oranges, removing seeds.
- 2. Cut the pomegranate in half and gently tap to release the arils into a bowl. Remove any white pith.
- 3. Rinse blueberries and add to the fruit mixture in a large mixing bowl.
- 4. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together lemon juice, honey, and a pinch of salt until combined.
- 5. Add poppy seeds to the dressing and whisk until incorporated. Adjust sweetness or acidity as desired.
- 6. Pour the dressing over the fruit mixture and gently toss until well coated. Be careful not to crush the fruits.
- 7. Sprinkle chopped walnuts over the top and give it one last gentle toss.
- 8. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to an hour to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
This salad can be prepared in advance, but keep the dressing separate until just before serving for best freshness.