Tropical Pineapple Paradise Platter (Printable)

Bright tropical pineapple with assorted fresh fruits arranged for a refreshing, colorful platter presentation.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit Centerpiece

01 - 1 large ripe pineapple, halved vertically, core trimmed, flesh scored for easy serving

→ Tropical Fruits

02 - 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced
03 - 1 mango, peeled and sliced
04 - 1 papaya, peeled, seeded, and sliced
05 - 1 small dragon fruit, peeled and sliced
06 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
07 - 1 cup seedless grapes, halved
08 - 1/2 cup blueberries
09 - 1/2 cup raspberries
10 - 1/2 cup pomegranate arils

→ Garnish

11 - 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
12 - Fresh mint leaves

# How To Make It:

01 - Position the pineapple half cut-side up in the center of a large serving platter. Score the flesh in a crosshatch pattern using a paring knife, keeping the skin and leaves intact for presentation.
02 - Fan the mango, papaya, and dragon fruit slices outward from the pineapple, alternating colors to enhance visual appeal.
03 - Place kiwi slices, strawberries, grapes, blueberries, raspberries, and pomegranate arils around the pineapple, filling spaces evenly to achieve a symmetrical and vibrant arrangement.
04 - Sprinkle the shredded coconut evenly over the fruit to provide texture and a tropical aroma.
05 - Garnish the platter with fresh mint leaves to add color and fragrance.
06 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before presentation.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's ready in just 25 minutes, which means you can pull together an impressive dessert or brunch centerpiece without breaking a sweat.
  • Everything here is naturally vegan and gluten-free, so you're not sacrificing nutrition for beauty or flavor.
  • The presentation does all the talking for you—guests genuinely believe you spent hours in the kitchen when really, you just arranged fruit like you're painting a masterpiece.
02 -
  • The hardest lesson I learned was cutting the pineapple properly—a dull knife will crush the flesh and make it look sad. Use a large sharp knife, take your time, and let the blade do the work. Your pineapple is the star, so treat it gently.
  • Timing matters more than you'd think. If you prepare everything more than a few hours ahead, the fruit starts to oxidize and lose its brightness, especially the kiwi and cut pineapple. Prep your ingredients, but arrange the platter close to when you'll serve it.
03 -
  • Chill your platter before arranging if you have time. A cold surface keeps the fruit fresher longer and prevents it from sweating under the warmth of a room.
  • Cut everything just before assembling. The moment fruit is cut, it begins to oxidize. A few minutes before service is the sweet spot between 'everything is sharp and juicy' and 'still bright and appealing.'
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