Description
A colorful and inviting fruit platter that’s perfect for parties, gatherings, or healthy snacking. Learn how to select, prepare, and beautifully arrange fresh fruit with this easy guide.
Ingredients
- 1 bunch of green grapes
- 1 bunch of red grapes
- 1 pineapple, peeled and sliced
- 1 pint of strawberries, hulled
- 1 pint of blueberries
- 3 kiwis, peeled and sliced
- 2 mangoes, sliced
- 1 cantaloupe, peeled and sliced or balled
- 1 honeydew melon, peeled and sliced or balled
- 2 oranges, sliced
- 1 apple, sliced (optional, soak in lemon water to prevent browning)
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Wash all fruit thoroughly and dry completely.
- Peel and slice or ball melons, mangoes, kiwis, and pineapple.
- Hull strawberries and slice larger ones in half.
- Slice oranges and apples, soaking apples in lemon water to prevent browning if using.
- Arrange the fruit on a large platter or board, starting with larger pieces and filling in gaps with smaller fruits like grapes and berries.
- Balance colors and shapes for a visually appealing arrangement.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
- Chill until ready to serve or serve immediately.
Notes
- Use a variety of colors and shapes for the most appealing presentation.
- Prepare the platter as close to serving time as possible for freshness.
- You can make it ahead and store in the refrigerator for a few hours, covered tightly.
- Serve with a fruit dip for extra flavor, if desired.
- Customize with seasonal fruits or what you have on hand.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0.3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
