Sugared Walnut Fruit Salad

By brandyc

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup walnut halves
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2 medium navel oranges, peeled and sectioned
• 2 cups seedless red grapes
• 2 medium kiwifruit, peeled and chopped
• 1 medium peach, chopped or 3/4 cup frozen sliced peaches, thawed and chopped
• 1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
• 1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange peel, optional

Preparation

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine walnuts and water; drain. Toss walnuts with sugar. Spread in a single layer on a greased foil-lined baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 5-6 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on pan, stirring occasionally.

In a large salad bowl, combine the oranges, grapes, kiwi, peach and strawberries. Sprinkle with sugared walnuts; toss lightly. Sprinkle with orange peel if desired.