Cinnamon Apple Fall Fruit Salad Recipe
A fall-inspired fruit salad with roasted cinnamon apples, mixed greens, and crunchy nuts, drizzled with a hint of sweetness.
Ingredients
- 4 medium apples cored and sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cups mixed greens such as arugula or spinach
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss apple slices with olive oil, cinnamon, and maple syrup.
- Spread the apple slices on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 20 minutes, or until apples are golden and tender.
- While apples roast, toss mixed greens with lemon juice.
- Once apples are done, let them cool for 5 minutes.
- Add roasted apples to the greens and toss gently.
- Top with nuts and optional feta cheese.
- Serve immediately or chill for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 180
- Total Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Vitamin A: 10%
- Vitamin C: 15%
- Calcium: 6%
- Iron: 5%
- Potassium: 8%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Feel free to drizzle extra maple syrup for added sweetness.
- Swap the feta for goat cheese if you're feeling fancy.
- To make it vegan, skip the feta and add more nuts.
- Roast the apples a day ahead to save time.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg to elevate the cinnamon flavor.