Pin It A vibrant, refreshing winter salad featuring juicy orange slices and tart cranberries, perfect for brightening up cold-weather meals.
This is a simple and quick salad that has become a family favorite during the winter months, loved for its bright flavors and colorful presentation.
Ingredients
- Fruit: 3 large oranges, peeled and sliced into rounds, 1/2 cup fresh cranberries (or thawed frozen cranberries)
- Garnish & Dressing: 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup, 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, finely chopped, 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange the orange slices on a large serving platter, slightly overlapping them.
- Step 2:
- Scatter the cranberries evenly over the orange slices.
- Step 3:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey (or maple syrup), lime juice, and cinnamon (if using).
- Step 4:
- Drizzle the dressing evenly over the fruit.
- Step 5:
- Sprinkle with chopped mint leaves.
- Step 6:
- Serve immediately or chill for up to 2 hours before serving.
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This salad has brought many smiles to our family table especially during holiday gatherings when fresh fruit feels like a treat.
Required Tools
Sharp knife, cutting board, small mixing bowl, whisk or spoon, serving platter
Allergen Information
Contains honey (if used) substitute maple syrup for a vegan option Nut-free as written optional nuts can be omitted for allergies Always check labels of packaged ingredients for hidden allergens
Nutritional Information
Calories 85 Total Fat 0.5 g Carbohydrates 21 g Protein 1 g
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This winter fruit salad is a perfect blend of sweet and tart that brightens up any meal effortlessly.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What variations can enhance this fruit salad?
Adding toasted almonds or pistachios provides a crunchy texture, while swapping cranberries for pomegranate seeds offers a different tartness.
- → Can the dressing be vegan-friendly?
Yes, using maple syrup instead of honey keeps the dressing vegan without sacrificing sweetness.
- → How should the salad be served for best freshness?
Serve immediately after drizzling the dressing or chill for up to two hours to allow flavors to meld.
- → Is this dish suitable for gluten-free diets?
Yes, all ingredients are naturally gluten-free, fitting well within gluten-free dietary needs.
- → How can the cranberries be prepared for a sweeter touch?
Macerate the cranberries in honey or maple syrup for 15 minutes prior to assembling to soften and sweeten them.