Description
This vibrant Summer Fruit Platter is a colorful and healthy treat that’s perfect for any occasion. With a variety of fresh fruits like watermelon, strawberries, kiwi, and grapes, it’s a refreshing dish that comes together in just 15 minutes. Ideal for summer gatherings, BBQs, or brunch, this platter adds a burst of flavor and beauty to your table. Serve it chilled with a sprinkle of fresh mint for an extra touch of freshness. Quick, easy, and visually stunning—it’s a crowd-pleaser every time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 watermelon, sliced into wedges
- 1 pint strawberries, halved
- 1 pineapple, peeled and cut into chunks
- 1 pint blueberries
- 3 kiwis, peeled and sliced
- 2 peaches, sliced
- 1 bunch green grapes, separated into small clusters
- Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruits:
Wash and thoroughly dry all the fruits. Slice the watermelon into wedges, halve the strawberries, peel and chunk the pineapple, slice the kiwis and peaches, and separate the grapes into clusters. - Assemble the Platter:
On a large serving tray, start by arranging the watermelon slices in a fan or circular pattern. Follow by placing the pineapple chunks, strawberry halves, and kiwi slices in separate sections. Add peach slices and grape clusters around the platter for balance. - Garnish:
Scatter blueberries across the platter to fill any gaps, then sprinkle fresh mint leaves over the fruits for a pop of color and flavor. - Serve:
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Notes
- You can customize this fruit platter with seasonal fruits or your personal favorites like cherries, oranges, or blackberries.
- For added sweetness, drizzle honey over the fruits or serve with a yogurt dip on the side.
- To prevent peaches from browning, toss them in a bit of lemon juice.
- Keep the platter chilled until ready to serve, especially on warm days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dessert
- Method: Fresh Preparation
- Cuisine: American, Summer
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: ~120 kcal
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Summer Fruit Platter, Fruit Tray, Easy Fruit Platter, Fresh Fruit Appetizer, Summer Snack, Healthy Party Platter