Description
I still remember the first sunny afternoon I took a plate of my creamy grape salad to a family gathering. The vibrant colors of red and green grapes sparkled in the sun, instantly lifting everyone’s spirits. As I watched my relatives dive into it with contagious enthusiasm, I knew I had stumbled upon something special. This delightful dish is a no-cook wonder that takes me just under 10 minutes to whip up, making it my go-to for potlucks and warm-weather picnics.
Ingredients
- 1 pound red and green seedless grapes
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup light sour cream
- 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup confectioners sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup crushed pecans
Instructions
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Wash your grapes thoroughly, removing any stems. It's important to dry them well before mixing to ensure your creamy dressing clings beautifully. Set the cleaned grapes aside in a large bowl.
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Combine softened cream cheese, light sour cream, vanilla Greek yogurt, and confectioners sugar in a large mixing bowl. Using an electric mixer, beat the mixture until it’s completely smooth and fluffy, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
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Fold in the grapes gently, making sure every grape is well coated in that luscious creamy mixture. This step is all about preserving the juicy texture of the grapes, so be gentle!
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Transfer the grape salad mixture to a serving dish, or keep it cozy in the mixing bowl. Either way, it’s going to taste scrumptious!
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Sprinkle the top with brown sugar and crushed pecans for that perfect crunch and sweet finish. This step adds a lovely texture that everyone will rave about!
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Chill the salad in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully and makes for an extra refreshing dish.
Notes
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Soften First: Ensure your cream cheese is softened at room temperature for a smooth and creamy dressing. Avoiding lumps will elevate your grape salad.
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Chill Time: Allow the grape salad to chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors. This step ensures a refreshing, cool bite on hot days.
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Gentle Mixing: When folding in the grapes, use a gentle hand to preserve their juicy texture. This helps the grapes stay plump and delicious.
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Storage Note: Keep leftover grape salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Be mindful that the texture of the grapes may change over time.
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Personal Touch: Feel free to customize your grape salad with additional ingredients like mini marshmallows or coconut flakes for added sweetness and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg