Save A vibrant and eye-catching fruit salad arranged to resemble a poinsettia flower, perfect for festive brunches and holiday gatherings. Sweet, juicy, and refreshing, its as beautiful as it is delicious.
This fruit bowl has become a holiday favorite at our family brunches, always impressing guests with its stunning look and fresh flavors.
Ingredients
- Fruits: 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved, 1 cup raspberries, 1 cup red grapes, halved, 1 cup pomegranate arils, 1 large mango, peeled and sliced, 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced, 1 orange, peeled and segmented, ½ cup blueberries
- Dressing: 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (for vegan option), Juice of 1 lime
- Garnish: Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and prepare all fruit as directed (hull, peel, slice, or halve as needed).
- Step 2:
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey or maple syrup with lime juice to make the dressing.
- Step 3:
- On a large, round platter, arrange the strawberries and raspberries in pointed petals radiating outward to form the poinsettia shape.
- Step 4:
- Fill in the spaces between the petals with red grapes and pomegranate arils for depth and color.
- Step 5:
- Use mango, oranges, and kiwi slices to create the center and leaves of the flower, arranging them artistically for contrast.
- Step 6:
- Drizzle the lime-honey (or lime-maple) dressing evenly over the fruit.
- Step 7:
- Sprinkle blueberries and fresh mint leaves for final accents.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately, or refrigerate up to 2 hours before serving.
Save Making this fruit bowl has brought many joyful holiday moments shared with family and friends around the table.
Required Tools
Large serving platter, Paring knife, Small mixing bowl, Whisk or fork
Allergen Information
Contains no common allergens. If using honey, not suitable for infants under 1 year. Always check for cross-contamination if preparing for guests with allergies.
Nutritional Information
Calories 110, Total Fat 0.5 g, Carbohydrates 27 g, Protein 1 g per serving
Save This festive poinsettia fruit bowl is the perfect centerpiece for any holiday brunch that brings beauty and health to your table.
Recipe Questions
- → Which fruits create the poinsettia petals?
Strawberries and raspberries are arranged in pointed petals radiating outward to resemble the poinsettia flower.
- → What dressing complements the fruit bowl?
A simple dressing of lime juice whisked with honey or maple syrup adds a tangy sweetness that enhances the fresh fruit flavors.
- → Can the mango be substituted with other fruits?
Yes, pineapple or starfruit can be used as alternatives to mango for a different look and flavor.
- → How long can the fruit bowl be stored before serving?
It can be refrigerated for up to 2 hours before serving to keep it fresh and chilled.
- → What garnishes are used to finish this bowl?
Fresh mint leaves and blueberries are sprinkled on top to provide color contrast and a refreshing aroma.
- → Is this dish suited for any dietary preferences?
Yes, it is vegetarian, vegan if maple syrup is used, gluten-free, and contains no common allergens.