Spiced Winter Fruit Salad

Ingredients:

• 2 apples, diced
• 2 pears, diced
• 2 oranges, peeled and segmented
• 1 grapefruit, peeled and segmented
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the diced apples, diced pears, peeled and segmented oranges and grapefruit, dried cranberries, and chopped walnuts.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and ground cloves.
3. Sprinkle the spice mixture over the fruit and toss to coat.
4. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the honey and lemon juice and drizzle over the fruit, tossing gently to coat.
5. Refrigerate the fruit salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Serve chilled as a side dish or dessert.

Verdict:

This spiced winter fruit salad is a perfect addition to any winter gathering or holiday meal. The combination of sweet and tangy fruit, warm spices, crunchy walnuts, and honey-lemon dressing creates a flavorful and refreshing dish that will satisfy any palate. Serve it as a side dish with roast pork or turkey, or enjoy it as a healthy and delicious dessert.

Serving Suggestions:

For a festive twist, serve the spiced winter fruit salad in hollowed-out orange halves or sprinkle with pomegranate seeds for a pop of color. Top with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla yogurt for an extra creamy and indulgent treat.