Description
A refreshing and nutrient-packed Cinnamon Apple Grape Salad combining crisp apples, sweet red grapes, and toasted nuts, all tossed in a warm cinnamon-honey dressing. This easy no-cook recipe is perfect for a healthy snack or a light dessert with a delightful balance of sweetness and spice.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 3 medium apples, diced
- 2 cups red grapes, halved
Nuts
- 1 cup pecans or walnuts, toasted and chopped
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Toast Nuts: Toast the pecans or walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently until they become fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from heat, let cool, then chop roughly into bite-sized pieces.
- Prepare Fruit: Wash the apples and dice them into bite-sized chunks, leaving the skin on for added nutrition and color. Halve the red grapes lengthwise. Place both fruits in a large mixing bowl and toss with fresh lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt until smooth. Warm the honey slightly in the microwave for 10-15 seconds if it’s too thick to drizzle easily.
- Combine Everything: Pour the cinnamon-honey dressing over the apple and grape mixture, then add the toasted chopped nuts. Gently toss everything together until the fruit is evenly coated and nuts distributed.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately for a crisp texture, or refrigerate up to 2 hours before serving if you prefer the salad chilled. Garnish with an extra sprinkle of cinnamon and a few whole pecans for presentation if desired.
Notes
- Toasting nuts enhances their flavor and provides a pleasant crunch.
- Lemon juice prevents apples and grapes from browning, keeping the salad visually appealing.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature depending on preference.
- Use pecans or walnuts depending on your taste preference or availability.
- Honey adds natural sweetness, but can be substituted with maple syrup for a vegan option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: apple grape salad, cinnamon salad, fruit salad, healthy snack, no-cook salad, toasted nuts, cinnamon honey dressing
