Papillon Fruits dÉté Vifs (Print)

A colorful summer fruit mix arranged as a butterfly, bursting with fresh flavors and bright textures.

# Ingredients:

→ Fresh Fruits

01 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
02 - 1 cup blueberries
03 - 1 cup kiwi, peeled and sliced
04 - 1 cup mango, diced
05 - 1 cup watermelon, cut into small balls or cubes
06 - 1 cup pineapple, diced

→ Garnish & Extras

07 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
08 - 1 tablespoon honey (optional, use agave syrup for vegan)
09 - 1 lime, juiced
10 - 2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds for decoration

# Directions:

01 - Wash all fruits thoroughly; hull and slice strawberries, peel and slice kiwi, dice mango and pineapple, cut watermelon into balls or cubes to ensure uniformity.
02 - In a large bowl, gently toss strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, mango, watermelon, and pineapple with fresh lime juice and honey if using.
03 - On a large serving platter, arrange the mixed fruit to mimic a butterfly: form two larger mounds as wings and a smaller line of fruit for the body.
04 - Decorate the wings with pomegranate seeds and sprinkle evenly with chopped fresh mint leaves.
05 - Serve immediately or chill up to 1 hour before serving to enhance freshness.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Visually stunning presentation perfect for special occasions or casual summer gatherings.
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes with no cooking required.
  • Fresh, natural ingredients providing a healthy, gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegetarian dessert option.
  • Customizable with your preferred seasonal fruits for endless variation.
  • The bright citrus and honey dressing enhances the natural sweetness and freshness of the fruits.
02 -
  • Use a sharp knife and cutting board for clean, uniform fruit pieces.
  • A melon baller can add charming shapes to watermelon for added texture and visual appeal.
  • Chill the salad briefly before serving to keep it fresh and cool.
  • Adjust the sweetness with honey or agave syrup to suit your taste, or omit for a fully natural fruit flavor.
  • Prepare all fruit in advance but arrange into the butterfly shape just before serving to maintain freshness.
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