Whimsical butterfly-shaped fruit display with fresh fruits, yogurt dip, and edible flowers for joyful gatherings.
# Components:
→ 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
# Method:
01 - Wash and dry all fruits thoroughly. Slice or dice as indicated to create uniform pieces for easy arrangement.
02 - Use a toothpick to lightly sketch a butterfly shape on a large rectangular or oval platter, or place parchment paper as a template.
03 - Arrange fruits by color and type to form the butterfly wings, placing contrasting colors adjacently to create vibrant, symmetrical patterns.
04 - Create the butterfly's body using a row of grapes or blackberries and form antennae with thinly sliced kiwi or orange segments.
05 - Fill remaining gaps in wings with berries, pineapple, or mango to achieve a full, balanced design.
06 - Scatter edible flowers and fresh mint leaves over the fruit board to enhance a garden-like appearance.
07 - In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth. Place alongside the fruit arrangement.
08 - Serve immediately, or cover loosely and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
