Grandma's Winter Fruit Medley Recipe

A delightful winter fruit salad bursting with juicy sweetness and a tangy, thickened fruit juice dressing. This irresistible recipe is perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy night in. The vibrant colors and flavors will make it a family favorite! (Includes chilling time)

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 274.6 kcal
Protein 6g
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Ingredients for Grandma's Winter Fruit Medley

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How to Make Grandma's Winter Fruit Medley

  1. Wash and prepare all fruits. Dice the apples, oranges, and pears into 1-inch pieces. Halve the grapes.
  2. In a 1-quart saucepan, combine 1/2 cup orange juice, 1/4 cup apple juice, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  3. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and comes to a gentle boil (about 3-5 minutes).
  4. Remove from heat and let the dressing stand for 5 minutes to cool slightly.
  5. In a large bowl, gently combine the prepared fruits: 2 cups diced apples, 1 cup mandarin orange segments, 1 cup diced pears, 1 cup red grapes.
  6. Pour the warm dressing over the fruit mixture.
  7. Toss gently to coat all the fruit evenly with the dressing.
  8. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill completely. Serve cold and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

229g

Fat

1g

Carbs

22g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Grandma's Winter Fruit Medley?

Grandma's Winter Fruit Medley takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 25 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Grandma's Winter Fruit Medley?

Grandma's Winter Fruit Medley has approximately 274.6 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 22 g carbohydrates and 2 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Grandma's Winter Fruit Medley?

The key ingredients for Grandma's Winter Fruit Medley are Green Seedless Grapes, Red Seedless Grapes, Pineapple Chunks, Mandarin Orange Segments, Bananas, Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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