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Irresistible Cinnamon-Spiced Apple and Red Grape Salad with Toasted Pecans and Honey Drizzle

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This Cinnamon‑Spiced Apple and Red Grape Salad with Toasted Pecans and Honey Drizzle is a crisp, juicy fruit salad with warm spice, nutty crunch, and a sweet honey finish. It’s refreshing, easy to make, and perfect as a side dish, snack, or light dessert.

Ingredients

  • 2 crisp apples (like Honeycrisp or Gala), chopped into bite‑sized pieces
  • 1 1/2 cups red grapes, halved
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt (optional, to balance sweetness)
  • 1/2 cup toasted pecans, roughly chopped
  • 1–2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)

Instructions

  1. Place chopped apples in a large bowl and toss with lemon juice to prevent browning.
  2. Add halved red grapes to the bowl with the apples.
  3. Sprinkle ground cinnamon and salt (if using) over the fruit, then gently toss to coat evenly.
  4. In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast pecans for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and golden. Remove from heat.
  5. Sprinkle toasted pecans over the fruit mixture.
  6. Drizzle honey (or maple syrup) over the top just before serving.
  7. Toss lightly and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Add thinly sliced pears or dried cranberries for extra flavor and texture.
  • Serve with a scoop of Greek yogurt or whipped cream for a dessert twist.
  • Substitute walnuts or sunflower seeds if you prefer a different crunch.
  • Prepare fruit and nuts ahead of time and combine right before serving to keep texture crisp.
  • Use maple syrup instead of honey to make the salad fully vegan.

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