Description
This patriotic fruit platter is as eye-catching as it is delicious! Made with fresh berries and bananas arranged in the shape of the American flag, it’s a refreshing and easy way to celebrate the Fourth of July — perfect for parties, picnics, or BBQs.
Ingredients
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1 pint fresh blueberries
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1 pint fresh strawberries (halved or sliced)
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3 bananas (sliced into rounds)
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Optional: wooden skewers or a serving platter
Instructions
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Prepare fruit: Rinse all fruit. Slice strawberries and bananas.
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Arrange the flag: On a large platter or tray:
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Top left corner: arrange blueberries in a square to represent the stars section.
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Create alternating rows of sliced strawberries and bananas for the stripes.
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Serve: Chill until ready to serve. Optional: thread fruit onto skewers for easy serving.
Notes
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To prevent bananas from browning, lightly coat slices in lemon juice.
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You can use marshmallows instead of bananas for a sweeter twist.
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Serve with a yogurt or chocolate dip on the side for extra fun.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 90kal
- Sugar: 14g
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g