It’s always nice to have some type of fruit dish (even a rich one) with a big holiday meal featuring lots of rich family favorite recipes. The contrast on the flavors is nice, and it’s good to get some extra fruits on the menu. This recipe can be lightened up by using the low fat or fat free Cool Whip.
This fruit salad is also super easy to make. Even the kids can make the holiday fruit side dish. The only part where adult supervision might be required is in cutting the grapes which can be a tad slick and hard to slice for new little cooks and perhaps the sliced bananas. Otherwise, this is basically a dump and stir dish, but one that the kids (and adults) always enjoy.
Southern Holiday Fruit Salad Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 apples cut in bite sized chunks with the peelings on (red and yellow delicious types work well)
- 1 can pineapple chunks drained well (20 oz. size)
- 1 cup seedless grapes (usually green or yellow)
- 1 banana (not overly ripe)
- ¼ to ½ cup nuts in small pieces (pecans or walnuts work well)
- 1 container of Cool Whip (12 oz size)
Directions:
- In a large bowl, combine the apples, pineapple (drained), grapes (cup in half or smaller), banana (sliced), and nuts.
- Fold in the Cool Whip gently until the mixture is even.
- Chill for a few hours or overnight.
- Spoon into a pretty serving bowl for a nicer presentation.
- Can save some of the nuts and sprinkle on top as well which also looks good.
Another Fruit Serving Option for the Holidays
Another option if wanting to serve fruit with a holiday or any other meal is to offer a mixed bowl of fruit or even various fruits in a divided serving platter and then have a delicious fruit dip available. Check out Fabulous Fruit Dips for loads of different options for fruit dipping.
More Delicious Side Dishes for Special Meals
Southern Ambrosia Salad - This recipe is similar to Holiday Fruit Salad, but the ingredients differ a bit. Ambrosia is a real classic in the South and often served at special family gatherings.
Southern Hash Brown Casserole - If you love the hash brown casserole at Cracker Barrel, then this favorite Southern dish was probably the inspiration. Yes. It's rich, but it sure is good.
Best Ever Potato Salad - There are loads of recipes around for potato salad, but this one is especially good. The secret is in letting the potatoes chill a while in Italian dressing.
Holiday Broccoli Salad - A favorite for the holidays and at pot luck dinners, this broccoli salad is very easy to make and keeps well for leftovers too.
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