Middle Eastern Inspired Fruit Platter
Elevate your next gathering with this stunning Middle Eastern Inspired Fruit Platter, a vibrant and refreshing centerpiece that celebrates the beauty of fresh, seasonal produce. This quick and easy recipe features an artful array of watermelon, cantaloupe, green grapes, figs, strawberries, and glistening pomegranate seeds, all drizzled with a delicate honey and rosewater glaze for a touch of aromatic sweetness. Finished with crunchy pistachios and fresh mint leaves, this fruit platter strikes the perfect balance between flavor, texture, and visual appeal. Ideal for brunches, parties, or as a light dessert, this dish not only tastes incredible but also makes a show-stopping presentation. Ready in just 20 minutes and naturally gluten-free, it’s a delightful nod to Middle Eastern flavors that will impress any crowd.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Watermelon, cubed or balled
- 2 cups Cantaloupe, cubed or balled
- 1 cup Green grapes
- 4 pieces Figs, halved
- 1 cup Pomegranate seeds
- 1 cup Strawberries, halved
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Rosewater
- 2 tablespoons Pistachios, shelled and roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
Prepare the fruits by washing thoroughly. Cube or ball the watermelon and cantaloupe, halve the strawberries, and halve the figs.
Arrange the watermelon, cantaloupe, green grapes, figs, and strawberries on a large serving platter in small clusters for a visually appealing presentation.
Sprinkle the pomegranate seeds evenly across the fruit on the platter for added color and texture.
In a small bowl, mix the honey and rosewater until well combined.
Drizzle the honey-rosewater mixture lightly over the arranged fruits to add a hint of sweetness and floral aroma.
Sprinkle the chopped pistachios over the platter for a nutty crunch.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves scattered over the top for a fresh, aromatic touch.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving to keep the fruits fresh and chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
980 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.4 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 96 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 224.6 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.1 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 187.2 g | ||
| Protein | 17.5 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 235 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 3383 mg | 72% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
