Ingredients
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- Red Fruits:
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- Strawberries
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- Raspberries
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- Watermelon
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- Red Fruits:
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- Orange Fruits:
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- Orange slices
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- Cantaloupe
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- Mango
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- Orange Fruits:
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- Yellow Fruits:
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- Pineapple
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- Bananas
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- Yellow kiwi
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- Yellow Fruits:
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- Green Fruits:
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- Green grapes
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- Kiwi
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- Honeydew melon
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- Green Fruits:
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- Blue Fruits:
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- Blueberries
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- Blue Fruits:
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- Purple Fruits:
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- Red grapes
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- Blackberries
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- Purple Fruits:
Additional Ingredients:
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- Skewers: Wooden or metal skewers to hold the fruit.
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- Optional Garnishes: Mint leaves, shredded coconut, or a drizzle of honey for extra flavor.
Instructions
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- Prepare the Fruits:
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- Wash all fruits thoroughly under running water.
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- Peel and slice fruits as needed. For example, remove the skin from kiwi and mango, and cut the pineapple into bite-sized chunks.
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- Remove any seeds or pits from fruits like watermelon or cantaloupe.
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- Prepare the Fruits:
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- Assemble the Skewers:
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- Start by selecting your skewer of choice. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes to prevent splinters.
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- Begin threading the fruits onto the skewer, starting with a red fruit and working your way through the colors of the rainbow.
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- Ensure that the fruits are placed securely, but not too tightly, to prevent them from splitting.
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- Assemble the Skewers:
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- Garnish and Serve:
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- Once all skewers are assembled, lay them out on a serving platter.
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- Optionally, sprinkle with mint leaves, shredded coconut, or drizzle with honey for added flair and flavor.
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- Garnish and Serve:
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- Chill (Optional):
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- For a refreshing treat, chill the skewers in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
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- Chill (Optional):
Nutrition
- Serving Size: one normal portion
- Calories: 70 calories per skewer
- Carbohydrates: 15 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams