Winter Fruit Salad Cinnamon (Printable)

A refreshing winter fruit medley combined with a spiced cinnamon vanilla dressing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 10 mandarin oranges, peeled and segmented
02 - 4 large Fuji apples, cored and diced
03 - 2 pomegranates, arils removed

→ Cinnamon Vanilla Dressing

04 - 1 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1 cup water
06 - 2 cinnamon sticks
07 - 1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped

# Directions:

01 - In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, water, cinnamon sticks, and vanilla bean with seeds and pod.
02 - Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar is completely dissolved.
03 - Remove from heat and allow the dressing to cool to room temperature for approximately 1 hour. Remove the cinnamon sticks and vanilla pod.
04 - In a large bowl, combine the mandarin orange segments, diced apples, and pomegranate arils.
05 - Drizzle the cooled cinnamon vanilla dressing over the fruit and gently toss until evenly coated.
06 - Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It uses seasonal winter fruits that are at their peak flavor.
  • The homemade cinnamon vanilla syrup elevates a simple salad into a gourmet treat.
  • It is naturally vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it perfect for diverse crowds.
  • Simple preparation makes it an easy choice for busy holiday gatherings and potlucks.
02 -
  • If you do not have a whole vanilla bean, you can substitute it with 1 tablespoon of vanilla bean paste or pure vanilla extract for the same aromatic profile.
  • To save time, you can prepare the dressing a day in advance and store it in the refrigerator.
  • Always verify ingredient packaging for potential cross-contamination if you are serving guests with severe food allergies.
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