Barley Free Gluten Free Apple Pear Fruit Salad
Fresh, crisp, and naturally sweet, this apple and pear salad is the kind of dish that feels effortless yet impressive. A simple dressing of lemon juice, honey, and cinnamon ties everything together, adding a bright, warm note that makes the fruit taste even more vibrant. Grains are completely off the ingredient list here — every component is whole, fresh, and straightforward, so there's zero guesswork about what's in your bowl. That matters more than people realize, since barley can sneak into dressings, syrups, and even flavored honeys, but this recipe keeps things clean with just a handful of pantry staples. The optional fresh mint is a small touch that adds a surprising pop of color and flavor if you have it on hand. Serve it immediately after tossing so the slices stay crisp and the dressing stays glossy — it's the kind of simple, wholesome side that disappears fast.
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4 servings
- 2 medium apples (such as honeycrisp or fuji), cored and thinly sliced
- 2 medium ripe pears (such as bartlett or bosc), cored and thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, honey, and ground cinnamon until the honey is fully dissolved.
- 2
Core and thinly slice the apples and pears, then add them to a large mixing bowl.
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