An eye-catching butterfly-shaped fruit platter with fresh berries, grapes, and tropical slices for any occasion.
# What You Need:
→ Fruits
01 - 1 cup hulled and sliced strawberries
02 - 1 cup blueberries
03 - 1 cup green grapes, halved
04 - 1 cup red grapes, halved
05 - 1 cup pineapple cut into small triangles
06 - 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
07 - 1 mango, peeled and diced
08 - 1/2 cup blackberries
09 - 1 orange, peeled and segmented
→ Garnishes (optional)
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves
11 - Edible flowers such as pansies or violets
→ Dips (optional)
12 - 1/2 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
13 - 1 tablespoon honey
# Steps:
01 - Wash all fruits thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
02 - Lightly sketch or mentally visualize the outline of a butterfly on a large rectangular or oval platter.
03 - Arrange sliced strawberries and mango pieces symmetrically to shape the upper wings of the butterfly.
04 - Use halved grapes and pineapple triangles to form the lower wings, evenly balancing colors on both sides.
05 - Place blueberries and blackberries to create decorative spots on the wings.
06 - Incorporate kiwi slices and orange segments to add vibrant color and detail to the wings.
07 - Arrange a row of blackberries or grapes down the center of the platter to form the butterfly's body.
08 - Tuck fresh mint leaves and edible flowers into the wings to create a blooming effect if desired.
09 - Mix vanilla Greek yogurt with honey and serve alongside the platter as a complementary dip.
