Crunchy Apple Bliss Salad: Refreshing Fruit Medley Recipe

Recipe: Apple Salad 🍏

Description:

Make and share this delicious Apple Salad recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. This refreshing salad is bursting with fruity flavors and crunchy textures, perfect for any occasion or as a side dish for your favorite meal. It’s quick and easy to prepare, taking just 15 minutes from start to finish!

Ingredients:

2 red apples 🍎
1 cup pineapple chunks 🍍 (reserve juice for dressing)
2 cups white grapes 🍇
1 1/2 cups pecans
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup butter
1 tablespoon lemon juice 🍋
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water 💧
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon poppy seeds

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 424.3
Fat: 30.6g
Saturated Fat: 6.4g
Cholesterol: 22.9mg
Sodium: 251.8mg
Carbohydrates: 40.1g
Fiber: 3.5g
Sugar: 28.2g
Protein: 2.9g

Directions:

Step	Instructions
1	Make dressing: Combine reserved pineapple juice, sugar, butter, and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Heat to boiling.
2	Thicken: Dissolve cornstarch in water; add to the pineapple mixture, stirring constantly. Cook until thick and smooth.
3	Chill: Chill the dressing completely before stirring in mayonnaise and poppy seeds.
4	Prepare salad: In a large bowl, combine apples, pineapple chunks, and grapes.
5	Add dressing: Pour the chilled dressing over the fruit mixture.
6	Refrigerate: Refrigerate the salad until it’s time to serve.
7	Final touch: Right before serving, stir in pecans for maximum crunchiness.

Tips:

Use crisp and sweet varieties of apples for the best flavor.
Toast the pecans lightly for added depth of flavor.
Adjust the amount of sugar in the dressing according to your taste preference.
Make sure the dressing is completely chilled before adding it to the salad to prevent wilting of the fruits.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish.
Pair with grilled chicken or fish for a light and healthy meal.
Enjoy as a snack or light lunch on its own.