Creamy Vanilla Grape & Apple Salad: A Sweet and Tangy Delight
Creamy Vanilla Grape & Apple Salad combines thejuicy sweetness of grapes and apples with a creamy, tangy dressing. Topped withcrunchy pecans and tart dried cranberries, it's a delicious and easy-to-makedish for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Dressing:
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Salad:
- 1 pound red grapes seedless
- 1 pound green grapes seedless
- 3 red apples sweet, cored and diced
- ⅔ cup chopped pecans plus extra for garnish
- ½ cup dried cranberries
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the sour cream, brown sugar, and vanilla extract, and mix well until the dressing is creamy and smooth. Set aside.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the red and green grapes with the diced apples. Gently toss the fruit together to evenly distribute the ingredients.
- Add the Dressing: Pour the creamy vanilla dressing over the fruit mixture. Use a spatula or large spoon to gently fold the dressing into the fruit until it is well coated.
- Mix in the Nuts and Cranberries: Stir in the chopped pecans and dried cranberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the salad.
- Chill and Garnish: For best results, refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Before serving, sprinkle extra chopped pecans on top for added crunch and a beautiful garnish.
Nutrition
Calories: 180kcal
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