4th of July Fruit Platter – American Flag
A vibrant and refreshing fruit platter shaped like the American flag, perfect for your 4th of July celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 8-12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 cup Blueberries
- 2 Bananas, sliced
- 1 medium Watermelon, sliced
- 1 cup White Grapes
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruits: Wash all your fruits thoroughly under cool running water, and dry them gently.
- Slice the Watermelon: Cut the watermelon into thick slices, about 1-2 inches wide.
- Arrange the Watermelon: Place the watermelon slices on a large platter to create the base of your flag.
- Add Strawberries for the Red Stripes: Halve the strawberries and place them on top of the watermelon slices.
- Create the Blue Corner: Place the blueberries in the top left corner of the platter.
- Slice the Bananas: Cut the bananas into thick rounds and lay them next to the blueberries.
- Finish with White Grapes: Scatter the white grapes around the bananas and in the gap between watermelon slices.
- Drizzle and Chill: Optionally drizzle honey over the top and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
This platter is perfect for gatherings and can be prepared a few hours in advance. For extra flavor, serve with yogurt or honey on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: 4th of July, fruit platter, healthy dessert, summer recipe