Walnut Free Grape and Apple Salad with Honey-Ginger Dressing
Fresh fruit salads can be a minefield when nuts sneak into the dressing or get tossed in as a topping, but this one keeps things beautifully clean from start to finish. Red and green grapes bring a juicy pop of sweetness, while crisp apple slices — Honeycrisp or Fuji work especially well — add a satisfying bite that holds up even after a short rest in the fridge. The honey-ginger dressing is where this dish really sings: a quick whisk of honey, fresh lemon juice, grated ginger, and warm Ceylon cinnamon creates something that tastes far more complex than the effort involved. Fresh mint scattered over the top lifts the whole bowl with a cool, herby finish that makes every forkful feel a little fancy. It comes together in minutes with no cooking required, and every single ingredient is exactly what it says it is — no hidden extras to second-guess. This is the kind of dish that disappears fast at a brunch table or works just as well as a light, refreshing dessert.
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4 servings
- 2 cups red seedless grapes, halved
- 2 cups green seedless grapes, halved
- 2 medium apples (such as honeycrisp or fuji), cored and thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced
For the dressing
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, lemon juice, grated ginger, and ground Ceylon cinnamon until the honey is fully dissolved and the dressing is smooth.
- 2
Add the halved red and green grapes and sliced apples to a large mixing bowl.
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