A vibrant fruit platter shaped like a butterfly, featuring fresh berries, tropical fruits, and a creamy yogurt dip.
# What You Need:
→ Fresh Fruit
01 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
02 - 1 cup blueberries
03 - 1 cup blackberries
04 - 1 cup seedless green grapes, halved
05 - 1 cup pineapple, cut into small triangles
06 - 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
07 - 1 cup mango, diced
08 - 1 orange, peeled and segmented
09 - 1/2 cup red grapes, halved
10 - 1/2 cup raspberries
→ Garnishes
11 - 1/4 cup edible flowers (pansies or violas), rinsed
12 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves
→ Yogurt Dip
13 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
14 - 1 tablespoon honey
15 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
16 - Zest of 1/2 lemon
# How-To Steps:
01 - Wash and dry all fruits thoroughly. Slice or dice fruits as specified to ensure uniform pieces suitable for arrangement.
02 - On a large rectangular or oval platter, lightly sketch a butterfly shape using a toothpick or place parchment paper as a guide.
03 - Arrange fruit by color and type to form symmetrical butterfly wings, placing contrasting colors side by side for visual impact.
04 - Create the butterfly’s body using a row of grapes or blackberries, and shape the antennae with thinly sliced kiwi or orange segments.
05 - Fill remaining spaces with berries, pineapple, or mango to complete the wings.
06 - Sprinkle edible flowers and mint leaves over the fruit to simulate a garden appearance.
07 - In a small bowl, blend Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth. Position the dip at the top or side of the board.
08 - Serve the display immediately or cover loosely and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
