Paleo Gluten Free Apple Pear Fruit Salad
Crisp apple slices and tender, juicy pears come together in a bowl that feels both refreshing and a little bit fancy, especially once that honey-cinnamon dressing gets involved. The lemon juice keeps everything bright and prevents browning, while the cinnamon adds a warm, almost dessert-like depth that makes this feel like way more than a simple fruit salad. It's the kind of dish that works as a light breakfast, a side at a weekend brunch, or a clean finish to a big meal. Because every ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, it fits naturally into a grain-free, ancestral-style way of eating without any substitutions or workarounds needed. A handful of fresh mint scattered over the top right before serving lifts the whole thing with a cool, herby contrast that's completely worth it if you have it on hand. Toss it together in minutes and serve immediately for the best texture — those thin slices soak up the dressing beautifully while still holding a satisfying bite.
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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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