Tropical Pineapple Fruit Boat (Printer View)

A vibrant tropical pineapple boat filled with mixed fruits and a lime-honey drizzle for a refreshing, colorful dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 1 ripe pineapple
02 - 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
03 - 1 mango, peeled and diced
04 - 1/2 cup strawberries, hulled and quartered
05 - 1/2 cup seedless grapes, halved
06 - 1/2 cup blueberries

→ Dressing & Garnish

07 - Juice of 1/2 lime
08 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
09 - Fresh mint leaves, for garnish

# Method Steps:

01 - Slice the pineapple lengthwise in half, keeping the leaves attached for presentation.
02 - Cut around the edge of one pineapple half leaving about 1/2 inch border. Cube the flesh carefully without piercing the skin and scoop out with a spoon into a bowl.
03 - Discard the pineapple core from the scooped flesh.
04 - Add kiwi, mango, strawberries, grapes, and blueberries to the bowl with the pineapple cubes.
05 - In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice and honey or maple syrup.
06 - Drizzle the dressing over the mixed fruit and toss gently to combine.
07 - Spoon the dressed fruit mixture back into the hollowed pineapple half, mounding attractively.
08 - Top with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect for summer gatherings
  • Show-stopping brunch centerpiece
02 -
  • Use ripe pineapple for best flavor and easy scooping.
  • For a vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup.
03 -
  • Chill the pineapple before assembling for a refreshing serving experience.
  • Use a sharp paring knife to carefully carve the pineapple without breaking the skin.
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