Description
Refreshing summer fruit platter celebrates seasonal produce with colorful Mediterranean-style presentation. Sweet and juicy selections offer elegant appetizer or light dessert perfect for entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Fruits:
- 1 cup strawberries, halved
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup raspberries
- 1 cup blackberries
- 1 cup watermelon, cubed
- 1 cup pineapple, cubed
- 1 cup mango, sliced
- 1 cup grapes (red or green)
Supporting Fruits:
- 1 kiwi, sliced
- 1 orange, sliced
Garnish:
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Meticulously cleanse each fruit under cool running water, patting dry with pristine paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Skillfully transform whole fruits into elegant slices, wedges, and bite-sized cubes using a sharp chef’s knife, ensuring uniform cutting techniques.
- Craft a visually stunning display by strategically positioning fruits on a spacious serving platter, creating a vibrant color gradient that transitions from deep reds to sunny yellows.
- Delicately scatter fresh mint leaves across the arrangement, adding a sophisticated herbal accent and aromatic dimension to the presentation.
- Chill the platter in the refrigerator at 40°F for up to 2 hours before serving to maintain fruit freshness and crisp texture.
- For enhanced flavor, lightly drizzle premium honey moments before serving or accompany with a velvety Greek yogurt dip that complements the natural fruit sweetness.
Notes
- Maximize fruit freshness by washing and drying each piece just before serving to prevent early spoilage and maintain crisp textures.
- Create visual appeal by cutting fruits into uniform sizes and arranging them in a color gradient from light to dark for an Instagram-worthy presentation.
- Prevent browning of cut fruits like apples and pears by lightly tossing them in fresh lemon juice, which adds a subtle tangy flavor while preserving their bright appearance.
- Customize the platter for dietary needs by selecting seasonal fruits, offering gluten-free and vegan options, and providing alternative dips like dairy-free yogurt or nut-based cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 75 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Fat: 0.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.05 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg