Description
This Thanksgiving Fruit Tray is a refreshing, vibrant alternative to the typical holiday fare. Loaded with seasonal fruits like apples, pears, pomegranate seeds, and persimmons, it’s both eye-catching and satisfying. Whether you’re searching for healthy snack ideas, easy holiday appetizers, or creative Thanksgiving side dishes, this fruit tray delivers flavor and beauty without any cooking. Perfect for entertaining, potlucks, or a light dessert after a big meal.
Ingredients
2 Honeycrisp apples
2 ripe pears
1 cup strawberries
1 cup red grapes
2 kiwis
1 mango
1 cup pineapple spears
1 cup pomegranate seeds
2 clementines
1 persimmon or fig (optional)
1 cup sugared cranberries
Fresh mint leaves
1 tablespoon lemon juice mixed with 1 cup water (for apple and pear slices)
Instructions
1. Select a large wooden board, ceramic platter, or rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
2. Wash and dry all fruits. Peel and cut kiwis into thick rounds, slice mango and pineapple into spears.
3. Slice apples and pears last. Dip slices in lemon water to prevent browning and pat dry.
4. Arrange fruit by balancing textures and colors—scatter bright fruits like pomegranate and kiwi throughout.
5. Keep grapes in small clusters and leave strawberries whole or halved depending on size.
6. Tuck mint leaves in open spots and scatter sugared cranberries for garnish.
7. Add optional dips like yogurt, caramel, or chocolate hummus in small bowls around the tray.
8. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. Best enjoyed fresh.
Notes
Use a mix of crisp and soft fruits for best contrast.
Don’t skip the lemon water—it keeps the fruit looking fresh.
Layer fruits instead of lining them up to create a more organic and festive look.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup approx
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0.3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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