Overnight Layered Fruit Salad Recipe

Nostalgic and delicious! This vibrant 7-layer fruit salad is a refreshing twist on a classic, perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a light summer dessert. Made with juicy oranges, crisp apples, and sweet grapes layered over crisp lettuce, this make-ahead salad requires at least 8 hours of chilling to allow the flavors to meld and create a delightful symphony of taste. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 240.2 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Overnight Layered Fruit Salad

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How to Make Overnight Layered Fruit Salad

  1. Place 5 cups of shredded lettuce in a deep 2-quart glass serving bowl.
  2. Peel and segment 3 large oranges, reserving the juice (approximately 1/4 cup).
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the 2 medium apples (thinly sliced) and reserved orange juice. Gently toss to coat.
  4. Layer the apple slices evenly over the lettuce in the serving bowl.
  5. Top the apple layer with the orange segments and 1 cup of halved seedless red grapes.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise and 1/4 cup sour cream until smooth.
  7. Spread the mayonnaise mixture evenly over the fruit layers, ensuring it reaches the edges of the bowl.
  8. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese (or your preferred cheese) over the mayonnaise layer.
  9. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to blend.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

73g

Fat

31g

Carbs

8g