{"id":430061,"date":"2025-10-15T16:57:05","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T09:57:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=430061"},"modified":"2026-01-11T07:00:10","modified_gmt":"2026-01-11T00:00:10","slug":"thanksgiving-recipes-with-fruit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-recipes-with-fruit\/","title":{"rendered":"6+ Homemade Thanksgiving Recipes Featuring Fresh Fruit to Delight Your Holiday Table"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and, of course, delicious food. As you prepare your holiday feast, consider adding a twist with fresh fruit that will brighten up your table and tantalize your taste buds. These delightful recipes will not only impress your guests but also bring a burst of flavor that complements those traditional dishes we all love.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-recipes-with-fruit\/#Autumn_Berry_Salad_with_Maple_Vinaigrette\" >Autumn Berry Salad with Maple Vinaigrette<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-recipes-with-fruit\/#Cranberry-Orange_Sauce_with_Spiced_Pecans\" >Cranberry-Orange Sauce with Spiced Pecans<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-recipes-with-fruit\/#Poached_Pears_in_Red_Wine_with_Vanilla_Ice_Cream\" >Poached Pears in Red Wine with Vanilla Ice Cream<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Autumn_Berry_Salad_with_Maple_Vinaigrette\"><\/span>Autumn Berry Salad with Maple Vinaigrette<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/29358021\/pexels-photo-29358021.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Autumn Berry Salad with Maple Vinaigrette\" title=\"Autumn Berry Salad with Maple Vinaigrette\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Esra Kaya on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/vibrant-autumn-red-berries-on-a-branch-29358021\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Moccasin\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/thanksgiving-fruit-salad-1760447670.jpg\" alt=\"Thanksgiving Fruit Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/foxeslovelemons.com\/thanksgiving-fruit-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Thanksgiving Fruit Salad<\/a><\/strong> from Foxes Love Lemons<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.4 (94 reviews). Total Time: 25 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightSkyBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/thanksgiving-fruit-salad-fall-fruit-salad-1760447670.jpg\" alt=\"Thanksgiving Fruit Salad (Fall Fruit Salad)\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.atablefullofjoy.com\/thanksgiving-fruit-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Thanksgiving Fruit Salad (Fall Fruit Salad)<\/a><\/strong> from A Table Full Of Joy<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (10 reviews). Total Time: 15 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Salmon\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/thanksgiving-fruit-salad-1760447670-1.jpg\" alt=\"Thanksgiving Fruit Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sweetteaandthyme.com\/thanksgiving-fruit-salad-with-fresh-fall-fruit\/\" target=\"_blank\">Thanksgiving Fruit Salad<\/a><\/strong> from Sweet Tea + Thyme<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (8 reviews). Total Time: 10 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This vibrant salad combines the sweetness of seasonal berries with the crunch of fresh greens. Tossed in a homemade maple vinaigrette, each bite is a refreshing explosion of flavor that perfectly balances the heaviness of a Thanksgiving meal. Using a mix of strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries, this dish is as beautiful as it is tasty.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2 cups mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>1 cup strawberries, sliced<\/li>\n<li>1 cup blueberries<\/li>\n<li>1 cup raspberries<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup walnuts or pecans, toasted<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup olive oil<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons pure maple syrup<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes this salad truly special is the homemade maple vinaigrette that ties everything together. The combination of sweet maple syrup and tangy apple cider vinegar creates a dressing that enhances the freshness of the berries and greens. Plus, it\u2019s a fantastic way to sneak in some healthy ingredients while still being festive. This salad is a crowd-pleaser, and it\u2019s so easy to whip up that you\u2019ll find yourself making it for other gatherings, too!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/autumn-apple-salad-with-maple-vinaigrette-1760447684.jpg\" alt=\"Autumn Apple Salad with Maple Vinaigrette\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=QZWGGlSUZiM\" target=\"_blank\">Autumn Apple Salad with Maple Vinaigrette<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/fall-fruit-salad-recipe-with-maple-citrus-dressing-1760447684.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Fruit Salad Recipe with Maple Citrus Dressing\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@thesaladlab\/video\/7157799203983543598\" target=\"_blank\">Fall Fruit Salad Recipe with Maple Citrus Dressing<\/a><br \/><small>(tiktok.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/fall-chopped-salad-with-maple-cider-vinaigrette-1760447684.jpg\" alt=\"Fall Chopped Salad with Maple Cider Vinaigrette\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@thesaladlab\/video\/7148611259326336302\" target=\"_blank\">Fall Chopped Salad with Maple Cider Vinaigrette<\/a><br \/><small>(tiktok.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cranberry-Orange_Sauce_with_Spiced_Pecans\"><\/span>Cranberry-Orange Sauce with Spiced Pecans<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/34289266\/pexels-photo-34289266.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Cranberry-Orange Sauce with Spiced Pecans\" title=\"Cranberry-Orange Sauce with Spiced Pecans\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Abner Vel\u00e1zquez on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/delicious-al-pastor-meat-with-grilled-pineapple-34289266\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:PaleGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cranberry-pecan-relish-1760447675.jpg\" alt=\"Cranberry Pecan Relish\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.onceuponachef.com\/recipes\/cranberry-pecan-relish.html\" target=\"_blank\">Cranberry Pecan Relish<\/a><\/strong> from Once Upon a Chef<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (38 reviews). Total Time: 15 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightSalmon\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/spiced-cranberry-sauce-with-pecans-1760447675.jpg\" alt=\"Spiced Cranberry Sauce with Pecans\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/catzinthekitchen.com\/2018\/11\/spiced-cranberry-sauce.html\" target=\"_blank\">Spiced Cranberry Sauce with Pecans<\/a><\/strong> from Catz in the Kitchen<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (2 reviews). Total Time: 2 hr 15 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:White\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/shortcut-pecan-cranberry-sauce-1760447676.jpg\" alt=\"Shortcut Pecan Cranberry Sauce\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/holleygrainger.com\/shortcut-pecan-cranberry-sauce\/\" target=\"_blank\">Shortcut Pecan Cranberry Sauce<\/a><\/strong> from Holley Grainger<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 10 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This homemade cranberry sauce is a delightful twist on the classic recipe, infused with zesty orange and topped with spiced pecans. The tartness of the cranberries pairs beautifully with the citrus notes, making it a refreshing complement to your Thanksgiving turkey. Cooking the cranberries until they burst releases their natural sweetness, and the addition of spices takes it to another level.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>12 ounces fresh cranberries<\/li>\n<li>1 cup orange juice<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon orange zest<\/li>\n<li>3\/4 cup sugar (adjust to taste)<\/li>\n<li>1 cup pecans, chopped<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon butter<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon nutmeg<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This recipe stands out because it captures the essence of Thanksgiving with its vibrant color and flavors. The spiced pecans add a delightful crunch and a warm, nutty flavor that beautifully complements the tangy sauce. Plus, making it from scratch lets you control the sweetness, so you can customize it to your liking. Serve it warm or cold, and watch it disappear from the table!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/homemade-cranberry-sauce-with-a-touch-of-1760447692.jpg\" alt=\"HOMEMADE CRANBERRY SAUCE WITH A TOUCH OF ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=aPbJlbkaWss\" target=\"_blank\">HOMEMADE CRANBERRY SAUCE WITH A TOUCH OF &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/pecan-orange-cranberry-relish-for-thanksgiving-1760447692.jpg\" alt=\"Pecan Orange Cranberry Relish for Thanksgiving\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=CB7iW_XR0Ys\" target=\"_blank\">Pecan Orange Cranberry Relish for Thanksgiving<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/tyler-florence-makes-cranberry-orange-sauce-tylers-1760447692.jpg\" alt=\"Tyler Florence Makes Cranberry-Orange Sauce | Tyler&#039;s ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=WWGRWScpK5g\" target=\"_blank\">Tyler Florence Makes Cranberry-Orange Sauce | Tyler&#039;s &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Poached_Pears_in_Red_Wine_with_Vanilla_Ice_Cream\"><\/span>Poached Pears in Red Wine with Vanilla Ice Cream<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/31813659\/pexels-photo-31813659.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Poached Pears in Red Wine with Vanilla Ice Cream\" title=\"Poached Pears in Red Wine with Vanilla Ice Cream\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Labskiii on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/delicious-ice-cream-trio-on-red-table-31813659\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:SpringGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/festive-red-wine-poached-pears-1760447679.jpg\" alt=\"Festive Red Wine Poached Pears\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lenaskitchenblog.com\/red-wine-poached-pears\/\" target=\"_blank\">Festive Red Wine Poached Pears<\/a><\/strong> from Lena&#039;s Kitchen<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.6 (22 reviews). Total Time: 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Moccasin\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/red-wine-poached-pear-filled-with-vanilla-ice-cream-and-topped-with-granola-1760447680.jpg\" alt=\"Red Wine Poached Pear Filled with Vanilla Ice Cream and Topped with Granola\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.foodnetwork.com\/recipes\/jeff-mauro\/red-wine-poached-pear-filled-with-vanilla-ice-cream-and-topped-with-granola-2360086\" target=\"_blank\">Red Wine Poached Pear Filled with Vanilla Ice Cream and Topped with Granola<\/a><\/strong> from Food Network<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (1 reviews). Total Time: 1 hr 10 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Peru\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/red-wine-poached-pears-1760447680.jpg\" alt=\"Red Wine Poached Pears\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themissinglokness.com\/2019\/10\/31\/red-wine-poached-pears\/\" target=\"_blank\">Red Wine Poached Pears<\/a><\/strong> from The Missing Lokness<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (1 reviews). <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Imagine tender, sweet pears gently poached in a rich red wine sauce, served alongside a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream. This elegant dessert is surprisingly simple to make and brings a touch of sophistication to your Thanksgiving feast. The deep flavors of the red wine, combined with the sweetness of the pears, create a dessert that\u2019s both comforting and luxurious.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>4 ripe pears, peeled and halved<\/li>\n<li>2 cups red wine (Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon work well)<\/li>\n<li>1 cup sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 cinnamon stick<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>1 cup vanilla ice cream (for serving)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes this dessert truly special is the way the pears absorb the flavors of the red wine, creating a stunning dish that looks as good as it tastes. Serving it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream is the perfect contrast of temperatures and flavors. Not only is it a showstopper, but it\u2019s also a delightful way to end your holiday meal on a sweet note. Once you try this recipe, it\u2019s sure to become a new Thanksgiving tradition!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Elevate your holiday feast with these three delightful homemade Thanksgiving recipes that showcase the vibrant flavors of fresh fruit, sure to impress your guests and bring a burst of seasonal sweetness to your table.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":435437,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":4,"footnotes":""},"categories":[29],"tags":[19771],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-430061","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-fruit","tag-thanksgiving-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/430061","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=430061"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/430061\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/435437"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=430061"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=430061"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=430061"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=430061"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}