Description
Refreshing summer fruit platter celebrates seasonal produce with an elegant arrangement of ripe, colorful fruits. Guests will enjoy this simple, nutritious dessert that showcases nature’s sweetest offerings.
Ingredients
Scale
Berries:
- 1 cup strawberries
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup raspberries
- 1 cup blackberries
Fruits:
- 1 cup seedless grapes (red or green)
- 1 cup pineapple
- 1 cup watermelon
- 1 cup cantaloupe
- 1 cup kiwi
- 1 cup mango
Garnish and Optional Dip:
- Fresh mint leaves
- Honey
- Yogurt
Instructions
- Meticulously cleanse each fruit under cool running water, patting dry completely with pristine kitchen towels to eliminate excess moisture.
- Transform fruits into an artistic array of culinary shapes – delicate slices, geometric cubes, elegant halves – ensuring uniform precision in cutting techniques.
- Strategically compose a vibrant landscape on a spacious platter, orchestrating fruits by chromatic harmony: ruby reds nestled near sunset oranges, pale greens complementing deep purples.
- Scatter verdant mint leaves across the fruity tableau, their delicate edges providing a sophisticated botanical accent and aromatic whisper.
- Present the platter immediately at room temperature, accompanied by complementary dipping companions like golden local honey or silky Greek yogurt for an elevated sensory experience.
Notes
- Prep fruits ahead of time by washing and drying thoroughly to prevent sogginess and ensure crisp texture.
- Create stunning visual appeal by using a white or light-colored platter that makes colorful fruits pop and stand out.
- Strategically cut fruits in varied shapes and sizes to add textural interest and make the platter more dynamic and engaging.
- Keep fruits chilled until serving to maintain freshness and provide a cool, refreshing experience during summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 70 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 0.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0.0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg