Fresh Apple & Pear Salad

Name: Fresh Apple & Pear Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 8 servings.
Ingredients: 4 medium apples, thinly sliced; 2 medium pears, thinly sliced; 1 medium cucumber, seeded and chopped; 1 medium red onion, halved and thinly sliced; 1/4 cup apple cider or juice; 1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill or minced fresh tarragon; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard; 2 teaspoons brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper

This fun combination of ingredients comes together beautifully in one flavor-packed dish. Crunchy apples and ripe, juicy pears are fantastic tossed with crisp, cool cucumbers and a spicy dressing. —Jean Ecos, Hartland, Wisconsin

Ingredients

4 medium apples, thinly sliced
2 medium pears, thinly sliced
1 medium cucumber, seeded and chopped
1 medium red onion, halved and thinly sliced
1/4 cup apple cider or juice
1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill or minced fresh tarragon
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

In a large bowl, combine apples, pears, cucumber and onion. In a small bowl, whisk remaining ingredients until blended. Pour over apple mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 96 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 175mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 4g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fruit, 1/2 fat.

Originally published as Sunshine Apple Salad in Taste of Home September/October 2013

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kimspacc

Jan 29, 2018

Excellent salad and dressing!
chefshumate

Feb 16, 2015

Made this exactly as instructed with dill (couldn't find tarragon)... Simple, refreshing and surprisingly very tasty. I never thought the mustard vinaigrette would work with fresh fruit, but I was mistaken -- it is so yummy. Took it to the office and shared at lunch -- it was a hit (especially with my vegan boss)!
bunny99

Jan 22, 2015

Simple to make and great flavors!
katie2375

Jan 21, 2015

I cut way back on the red onion and dill and it's very good. It was a little overpowering otherwise.
aug2295

Oct 27, 2014

I liked this and it was really easy to put together. However, I took it to a family party and there were definitely leftovers and no one really commented on it.
sgronholz

Oct 10, 2014

This salad is wonderful! I made it with fresh tarragon, which we really enjoyed; however, the dill also sounds delicious, so I will be making it again soon!
jnjrok

Sep 1, 2014

I really enjoyed this salad. Who would have thought that the combinations of ingredients would compliment each other so well? Very light and refreshing. Will make again.
Pinfox

Mar 2, 2014

I made this for a lunch party and it was a hit!
martylizdas

Jan 17, 2014

I loved this salad and am making it again for a dinner party!
tipsyrockstar

Oct 26, 2013

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