Whole30 Dried Fruit Salad with Honey-Lemon Dressing
Brighten up your Whole30 meal plan with this vibrant Dried Fruit Salad with Honey-Lemon Dressing, a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and nutty flavors. Packed with plump dried fruits like apricots, cranberries, and raisins, and complemented by the satisfying crunch of toasted almonds and walnuts, this salad delivers a delightful mix of textures in every bite. A refreshing honey-lemon dressing, laced with fresh parsley and a touch of olive oil, ties all the ingredients together with a zesty, wholesome touch. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this gluten-free, paleo-friendly dish makes a fantastic side, snack, or even a light dessert. Ideal for meal prepping or entertaining, it’s a deliciously healthy crowd-pleaser that’ll keep you coming back for more.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Mixed dried fruits (such as apricots, cranberries, and raisins)
- 0.5 cup Whole almonds
- 0.5 cup Raw walnuts
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
1. Begin by roughly chopping the mixed dried fruits into bite-sized pieces if they are large. Place them in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Step 2
2. Coarsely chop the whole almonds and raw walnuts. For an added crunch, you can lightly toast the nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently. Let them cool before adding to the bowl with the dried fruits.
Step 3
3. Add the chopped parsley to the bowl with the fruits and nuts.
Step 4
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, olive oil, sea salt, and ground black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 5
5. Pour the honey-lemon dressing over the dried fruit and nut mixture. Toss everything together until well combined, ensuring the dressing evenly coats all the ingredients.
Step 6
6. Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
Step 7
7. Serve the fruit salad immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Enjoy as a delightful side dish or snack!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (594.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2295.8 |
| Total Fat 105.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1265.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 348.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 36.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 282.6g | |
| Protein 34.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 558.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3758.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories