How to Make Winter Fruit Salad with Lemon Poppyseed Dressing - A Step-by-Step Guide

Winter is a time of cozy gatherings, warm comfort foods, and hearty meals. It's also a season when some of the most delicious and nutritious fruits are in season, making it the perfect time to create a refreshing and flavorful winter fruit salad. This Winter Fruit Salad with Lemon Poppyseed Dressing is a delightful addition to any holiday meal or gathering, and its bright flavors and vibrant colors will bring a burst of freshness to the table.

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ½ cup lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons diced onion
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon-style prepared mustard
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ⅔ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
  • 1 head romaine lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
  • 4 ounces shredded Swiss cheese
  • 1 cup cashews
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries
  • 1 apple - peeled, cored and diced
  • 1 pear - peeled, cored and sliced

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • In a blender or food processor, combine sugar, lemon juice, onion, mustard, and salt. Process until well blended. With machine still running, add oil in a slow, steady stream until mixture is thick and smooth. Add poppy seeds, and process just a few seconds more to mix.
  • In a large serving bowl, toss together the romaine lettuce, shredded Swiss cheese, cashews, dried cranberries, apple, and pear. Pour dressing over salad just before serving, and toss to coat.
  • Nutrition

    277 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 9mg
    • Sodium: 201mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 103mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 193mg