Description
Celebrate Independence Day with a vibrant and refreshing 4th of July Fruit Platter! This easy-to-assemble dish features juicy strawberries, blueberries, bananas, watermelon, and kiwi, beautifully arranged for a stunning presentation. Perfect for summer gatherings, this platter is a healthy treat that pairs perfectly with whipped cream for dipping. Delight your guests and create lasting memories with this colorful dessert that captures the festive spirit!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup strawberries (sliced)
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 banana (sliced)
- 2 cups watermelon (cubed)
- 2 kiwis (sliced)
- 1 cup whipped cream (for dipping)
Instructions
- Gather your tools: a large cutting board and a serving platter.
- Wash all fruits thoroughly under cold water.
- Slice strawberries in half and dice watermelon into bite-sized cubes.
- Peel and slice bananas into rounds; peel kiwis and slice into rounds or wedges.
- Arrange fruits on the serving platter by color: red (strawberries), white (bananas), and blue (blueberries).
- Place a bowl of whipped cream in the center for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 12mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Customize by adding other seasonal fruits like pineapple or grapes. For fun shapes, use cookie cutters on watermelon slices. A splash of lime juice can add zest to the fruit mix.