This winter fruit salad is made with apples, pears, kiwi, clementines, and pomegranate arils, then tossed in a light citrus honey dressing. An easy, fresh side dish ready in minutes!

Winter fruit salad made with apples, pears, kiwi, clementines, and pomegranate arils tossed in a citrus honey dressing.

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Winter Fruit Salad Recipe

This fresh and colorful winter fruit salad is one of my go-to side dishes when citrus and crisp fruit are in season. It’s lightly tossed in a simple honey citrus dressing, making it refreshing, easy to prepare, and perfect for both holiday meals and everyday dinners.

If you enjoy fruit salads, you’ll also love my classic berry fruit salad that I serve in summer!

Fresh winter fruit salad ingredients including pears, Honeycrisp apples, clementines, kiwi, and pomegranate arils arranged on a light marble surface.

Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.

  • Clementines: I love using clementines for their sweetness and easy peeling, but fresh diced oranges work just as well. Drained canned mandarin oranges will also work.
  • Apples: Crisp apples like Honeycrisp hold their shape and add a nice crunch. Any firm, sweet apple will work here.
  • Pear: Choose a ripe but firm pear so it stays juicy without becoming mushy once mixed with the dressing.
  • Kiwi: Kiwi adds a bright pop of color and a slightly tart contrast that balances the sweeter fruits.
  • Pomegranate arils: These add a little crunch and color. Fresh arils are best, but store-bought containers are a great time saver.
  • Citrus honey dressing: The honey, orange, and lime gently coat the fruit without overpowering it. Lemon juice can be used in place of lime if needed.

How to Make Winter Fruit Salad

To start, prep all of the fruit and add it to a large serving bowl. Keep the pieces bite-sized and similar in size so everything mixes evenly and is easy to serve.

Next, whisk together the honey, citrus juices, and zest in a small bowl until smooth. This light dressing should taste bright and lightly sweet, not heavy.

Chopped apples, kiwi, and clementines combined in a bowl as the first step in making winter fruit salad.

Drizzle the dressing over the fruit and gently toss until everything is evenly coated. Be careful not to overmix so the fruit keeps its shape.

For best flavor, refrigerate the fruit salad until ready to serve. It’s freshest within the first day, making it perfect for prepping ahead.

Overhead view of winter fruit salad with sliced apples, diced kiwi, peeled clementines, and citrus dressing in a white bowl.

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Colorful winter fruit salad featuring fresh apples, pears, kiwi, clementines, and pomegranate seeds in a honey citrus dressing.

Winter Fruit Salad

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Recipe by: Jamielyn Nye
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 8
This winter fruit salad is made with apples, pears, kiwi, clementines, and pomegranate arils, then tossed in a light citrus honey dressing. An easy, fresh side dish!
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Ingredients 

  • 5 clementines , peeled
  • 2 honey crisp apples , cored and thinly sliced
  • 2 pears , cored and diced
  • 3-4 green kiwis , peeled and diced
  • ½ cup pomegranate arils , 4 ounce cup

Dressing

  • 2 Tablespoons honey
  • 1 lemon or lime , juiced and zested (about 1 Tablespoon)
  • 1 orange , juiced and zested (about 1 Tablespoon)
  • ½ teaspoon poppyseeds

Instructions

  • Toss the fruit together in a large bowl.
  • Then whisk together the honey, orange, lime and zest in a small bowl.
  • Drizzle over the top of the fruit and stir until evenly coated. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Best served within the first day or two.

Last step: Please leave a comment and rating after you make the recipe.

Notes

Juice: You may also use a lemon in place of a lime.
Fruit: Feel free to add in other varieties, like pineapple, grapes or berries.

Nutrition

Calories: 108kcal, Carbohydrates: 27g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 0.1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g, Sodium: 4mg, Potassium: 287mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 20g, Vitamin A: 105IU, Vitamin C: 71mg, Calcium: 46mg, Iron: 0.4mg

Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.