Description
Colorful summer fruit platter showcases seasonal delights from California orchards. Juicy peaches, berries, and melons create a refreshing centerpiece you’ll savor with pure delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup strawberries (hulled and halved)
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup grapes (red or green)
- 1 cup watermelon (cubed)
- 1 cup pineapple (cubed)
- 1 cup mango (sliced)
- 1 cup kiwi (sliced)
- 1/2 cup raspberries
- 1/2 cup blackberries
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Meticulously rinse each fruit under cool running water, ensuring all surfaces are cleaned and gently pat dry with clean kitchen towels.
- Carefully prepare fruits using appropriate cutting techniques: strawberries halved, watermelon cubed, cantaloupe wedged, and grapes clustered for elegant presentation.
- Select a spacious white ceramic platter that provides contrast and highlights the vibrant fruit colors.
- Create a visually dynamic arrangement by layering fruits with varying heights and textures, strategically positioning different shapes and colors to maximize aesthetic appeal.
- Delicately scatter fresh mint leaves throughout the platter, allowing their bright green color to enhance the fruit’s natural vibrancy.
- Offer complementary accompaniments like locally sourced honey or creamy Greek yogurt in small decorative side dishes for optional dipping.
- Chill platter for 15-20 minutes before serving to maintain optimal fruit freshness and provide a refreshing summer experience.
Notes
- Always use clean, sharp knives when cutting fruits to maintain their shape and prevent bruising.
- Choose ripe, seasonal fruits for the most vibrant flavors and best texture in your platter.
- Chill the platter beforehand to keep fruits fresh and crisp, especially during warm summer days.
- Mix colors and textures strategically to create an eye-catching and appetizing presentation that makes people want to dig in.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 58 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 0.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg