Festive Fruit Ornament Medley (Print View)

Fresh fruit layers shaped like ornaments create a colorful and healthy holiday centerpiece.

# Components:

→ Fresh Fruits

01 - 1 cup green grapes, washed and halved
02 - 1 cup red grapes, washed and halved
03 - 1 cup kiwi, peeled and sliced
04 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
05 - 1 cup pineapple, cut into small chunks
06 - 1 cup blueberries
07 - 1 orange, peeled and segmented

→ Garnish & Decoration

08 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped
09 - 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for drizzling)
10 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
11 - 12 pretzel sticks or decorative toothpicks (for ornament tops)

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, gently combine all the prepared fruits.
02 - Drizzle lemon juice and honey (if using) over the fruit mixture and toss gently to combine and prevent browning.
03 - On a large serving platter, arrange the fruit into small, round mounds to resemble holiday ornaments.
04 - Insert a pretzel stick or decorative toothpick at the top of each mound to mimic an ornament hook.
05 - Sprinkle chopped fresh mint leaves over the decorated fruit mounds for added color and aroma.
06 - Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One pot meal
  • Freezer friendly
02 -
  • Use cookie cutters to shape melon or pineapple into festive forms for extra flair
  • For a vegan version, omit honey or use maple syrup
03 -
  • Add pomegranate seeds for a jewel like effect
  • Pair with a sparkling Moscato or fruity mocktail
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