Really, Truly Gorgeous Dried Fruit Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
7%
Really, Truly Gorgeous Dried Fruit Salad
570 min.
12
214kcal

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Ready for a delightful and delectable dried fruit salad experience that's not only stunningly gorgeous but also a perfect vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free option? This "Really, Truly Gorgeous Dried Fruit Salad" is exactly what you've been craving. It's meticulously crafted to tantalize your taste buds with its rich blend of dried fruits, cooked to perfection and complemented with the natural sweetness of honey and the crunch of pine nuts. This salad is a versatile delight, serving as a stunning side dish, an elegant antipasti, a satisfying starter, or a tempting snack.

With a generous mix of dried apricots, figs, prunes, cranberries, raisins, and golden raisins, this fruit salad promises a symphony of flavors and textures. The process begins with soaking these treasures overnight, allowing them to absorb just the right amount of moisture to become plump and juicy. Then, a gentle simmer with pine nuts and honey transforms them into a lusciously tender yet firm ensemble. Each bite offers a perfect balance, making this fruit salad an unforgettable experience.

Notably, this recipe is designed with health-conscious individuals in mind, with a caloric breakdown that leans heavily towards carbohydrates, offering a good amount of energy in a guilt-free package. Whether you're hosting a dinner party, looking for a nutritious snack, or seeking a unique addition to your meal planning, this dried fruit salad is sure to impress. Prepare to indulge in a truly gorgeous creation that's as beautiful to serve as it is to eat.

Ingredients

  • ounces apricot dried
  • 0.5 cup cranberries dried
  • ounces figs dried
  • 0.5 cup golden raisins 
  • tablespoon honey 
  • 0.3 cup pinenuts 
  • ounces prune- cut to pieces pitted
  • 0.5 cup raisins 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Place the figs, apricots, prunes, cranberries, raisins, and golden raisins into a bowl.
  2. Pour in just enough water to cover. Cover the bowl and soak overnight, at least 8 hours.
  3. Pour the fruit with the soaking water into a saucepan. Stir in the pine nuts and honey. Bring to a simmer; cook, stirring occasionally, until the fruit is tender but still holds its shape, about 30 minutes.
  4. Remove from the heat; return the fruit and liquid to the bowl, being careful not to break up the fruit. Cool to room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories214kcal
Protein4.1%
Fat9.03%
Carbs86.87%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.76
Glycemic Load
15.66
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
7.8199999643409%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.16mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.17mg
Myricetin
0.12mg
Quercetin
0.71mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:213.9kcal
10.7%
Fat:2.38g
3.66%
Saturated Fat:0.21g
1.31%
Carbohydrates:51.52g
17.17%
Net Carbohydrates:45.92g
16.7%
Sugar:35.13g
39.03%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:6.95mg
0.3%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.43g
4.87%
Manganese:0.49mg
24.72%
Fiber:5.6g
22.41%
Potassium:601.19mg
17.18%
Vitamin A:831.46IU
16.63%
Vitamin K:16.89µg
16.09%
Copper:0.25mg
12.66%
Magnesium:37.87mg
9.47%
Vitamin E:1.34mg
8.96%
Iron:1.51mg
8.39%
Phosphorus:67.25mg
6.72%
Vitamin B3:1.25mg
6.26%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
6.08%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.63%
Calcium:55.04mg
5.5%
Zinc:0.5mg
3.35%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.11%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.91%
Folate:5.7µg
1.43%
Vitamin C:1.09mg
1.32%
Selenium:0.73µg
1.04%
Source:Allrecipes