What fruits are best for this platter?

Use a variety of colorful fruits like strawberries, pineapple, blueberries, grapes, oranges, and watermelon for a vibrant presentation.

Can the fruits be substituted?

Yes, seasonal fruits like kiwi, mango, or raspberries can be used to suit your taste and availability.

Wash and dry fruits thoroughly, then slice or cube them as needed to fit into wedge-shaped sections on the platter.

Vanilla or coconut yogurt works well as a creamy dip placed at the center, enhancing the fresh fruit flavors.

Using a melon baller or cookie cutters to shape fruit pieces can add extra visual appeal, and garnish with fresh mint leaves for a fragrant touch.

A vibrant, fun fruit platter arranged in the colorful segments of a beach ball—perfect for parties, picnics, or a healthy summertime treat.

This fruit platter is a favorite at summer gatherings and always brings smiles.

Fresh Fruit: 1 cup strawberries hulled and sliced, 1 cup pineapple cubed, 1 cup blueberries, 1 cup green grapes halved, 1 cup orange segments, 1 cup watermelon cubed
Optional Garnishes: Fresh mint leaves, 1 small cup vanilla yogurt or coconut yogurt for dipping

Step 1:: Wash and dry all fruits thoroughly.
Step 2:: On a large round serving platter visualize the sections of a beach ball (typically 6 segments).
Step 3:: Arrange each type of fruit in a separate wedge-shaped segment forming a circle and alternating colors for a vibrant effect.
Step 4:: Place the yogurt dip in a small bowl at the center to represent the beach balls button.
Step 5:: Garnish with fresh mint leaves as desired.
Step 6:: Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Sharing this platter has created many joyful family moments and inspired healthy eating habits.

Large round serving platter sharp knife cutting board small bowl for dip paper towels or salad spinner for drying fruit

Contains Dairy if using regular yogurt dip To keep dairy-free use coconut or plant-based yogurt Always check yogurt labels for potential allergens

Calories 95 Total Fat 0.7 g Carbohydrates 23 g Protein 1.4 g per serving

This colorful platter is easy to customize and makes every event special.

→ What fruits are best for this platter?: Use a variety of colorful fruits like strawberries, pineapple, blueberries, grapes, oranges, and watermelon for a vibrant presentation.
→ Can the fruits be substituted?: Yes, seasonal fruits like kiwi, mango, or raspberries can be used to suit your taste and availability.
→ How should the fruit be prepared?: Wash and dry fruits thoroughly, then slice or cube them as needed to fit into wedge-shaped sections on the platter.
→ What kind of dip complements this platter?: Vanilla or coconut yogurt works well as a creamy dip placed at the center, enhancing the fresh fruit flavors.
→ Are there presentation tips to enhance the platter?: Using a melon baller or cookie cutters to shape fruit pieces can add extra visual appeal, and garnish with fresh mint leaves for a fragrant touch.