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Creamy Apple Grape Pecan Salad Recipe – Easy Greek Yogurt Dressing

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A refreshing fruit salad featuring crisp apples, juicy grapes, and toasted pecans tossed in a tangy, creamy Greek yogurt dressing. Perfect for brunch, potlucks, or as a light dessert, this salad is quick to prepare and endlessly customizable.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large crisp apples (Honeycrisp or Fuji), cored and chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups seedless grapes, halved (red or green)
  • 1/2 cup pecans, roughly chopped and lightly toasted
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries (optional)
  • 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Wash, core, and chop apples into bite-sized pieces (about 1-inch cubes). Leave peel on for color if desired.
  2. Halve the grapes (quarter if large).
  3. Toast pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned. Let cool, then chop roughly.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, cinnamon, and salt until smooth. Taste and adjust honey or lemon as needed.
  5. Add apples, grapes, toasted pecans, and dried cranberries (if using) to a large mixing bowl.
  6. Pour dressing over fruit and nuts. Gently toss until evenly coated.
  7. Optional: Cover and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes to chill and meld flavors.
  8. Transfer to a serving platter or bowls. Garnish with extra pecans or cinnamon if desired. Serve chilled.

Notes

For best results, toast pecans just before serving to keep them crunchy. Use firm apples for crisp texture and toss with lemon juice to prevent browning. Salad can be made ahead, but add pecans right before serving. Easily adapted for dairy-free or nut-free diets. If dressing is too thick, add a teaspoon of milk to loosen.

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