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Grape salad with brown sugar and pecan topping in a bowl on the table.
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Pecan Crunch Grape Salad

This Grape Salad is the PERFECT addition to your holiday meals. A delicious balance of crunch, creamy, and sweet! Grape salad is a must serve!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword grape salad, pecan grape salad, vintage fruit salad
Prep Time 10 minutes
Additional Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings 15 servings
Calories 295kcal
Author Jennifer

Ingredients

SALAD:

  • 2 cups green seedless grapes washed & stemmed
  • 2 cups red seedless grapes washed & stemmed
  • 1 cup sour cream 8 ounces
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

PECAN CRUNCH TOPPING:

  • 1 cup dark brown sugar packed
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla; mix until smooth.
  • Add the grapes into the mixture and stir carefully.
  • In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and nuts; sprinkle over grapes.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 2-4 hours before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Use seedless grapes. The grapes are left intact in the salad and no one wants to crunch into a seed when eating.
  • Use red and green grapes. While you can technically use one or the other, the contrasting colors make the salad look more interesting while adding more complex flavors and textures since these grapes are slightly different.
  • Make sure to soften the cream cheese. This way it will easily mix with the other ingredients and turn out smooth and creamy.
  • Healthier version. Use plain Greek yogurt instead of sour cream. It tastes slightly different but will still work. This swap boosts the protein and lowers the fat.
  • Add another fruit into the mix. Fresh strawberries, blueberries, and even diced apple work great.
  • Store. Transfer the leftovers to an airtight container and store them in the fridge for up to three days.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 295kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 57mg | Potassium: 201mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 331IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 1mg