Nitrate & Nitrite Free Gluten Free Apple Pear Fruit Salad
Fresh fruit salads are one of those dishes that look effortless but taste like you actually tried, and this apple-pear version absolutely delivers. Crisp apple slices and tender, juicy pears come together in a light honey-lemon dressing that's just sweet enough without being cloying, with a whisper of cinnamon tying everything together. The optional fresh mint adds a bright, cooling finish that makes the whole bowl feel a little more special. For anyone navigating a diet free from nitrates and nitrites, this kind of recipe is a genuine breath of fresh air — whole fruit, a squeeze of lemon, a drizzle of honey, and nothing processed or preserved in sight. There's no label-reading required here, no hidden additives to stress over, just clean, simple ingredients you can feel good about. It comes together in minutes and works beautifully as a light dessert, a brunch side, or an afternoon snack that actually satisfies.
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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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