Colorful butterfly-shaped platter with fresh strawberries, grapes, kiwi, mango, and decorative edible flowers.
# What you'll need:
→ Fruits
01 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
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 - ½ cup blackberries
09 - 1 orange, peeled and segmented
→ Garnishes (optional)
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves
11 - Edible flowers (pansies or violets), for decoration
→ Dips (optional)
12 - ½ cup vanilla Greek yogurt
13 - 1 tablespoon honey
# Method:
01 - Wash and prepare all fruits as specified, then pat dry using paper towels to remove excess moisture.
02 - Using a large rectangular or oval serving platter, sketch or visualize the shape of a butterfly as a guide for arranging fruits.
03 - Arrange sliced strawberries and mango pieces symmetrically to create the upper sections of the butterfly wings.
04 - Distribute grapes and pineapple pieces to craft the lower wings, maintaining color balance on both sides.
05 - Place blueberries and blackberries strategically to mimic spots on the wings for visual interest.
06 - Incorporate kiwi slices and orange segments to add vibrant color and further detail to the wing pattern.
07 - Form the body by lining a row of blackberries or grapes along the center of the platter.
08 - Optionally tuck fresh mint leaves and edible flowers into the wings to create a blooming effect.
09 - Mix the vanilla Greek yogurt with honey and serve alongside the platter as a complementary dip.
