Herb‑Kissed Tropical Fruit Platter
Perfect for warm days, this vibrant, refreshing fruit board is built for sharing. Tropical fruit, fresh herbs, and chili‑lime salt create a lively, sculptural centerpiece that pairs beautifully with savory dishes.
Equipment
- Large platter or board
- Small bowl for chili-lime salt
- Cutting board & knife
- Serving tongs
Ingredients
Fruit
- 1 ripe pineapple cut into spears
- 3 large mangoes sliced or cut into cheeks
- 1 dragonfruit sliced
- 1 lb lychee or longan peeled + pitted if desired
- 2 kiwi sliced (optional)
Herbs
- 1 bunch mint
- 1 bunch Thai basil
- Chili‑Lime Salt
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp coarse salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- Zest of 1 lime
To Serve
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare fruit: cut pineapple into spears, slice mangoes, slice dragonfruit, and peel lychee or longan if desired.
- Arrange fruit on a large platter, grouping by type for clean visual structure.
- Add mint and Thai basil in small clusters around the fruit for freshness and color.
- Mix chili powder, salt, sugar, and lime zest in a small bowl.
- Serve fruit with chili‑lime salt and lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- Fruits can be interchanged based on what's in season.
- Add passionfruit halves or berries for extra color and acidity.
- Keep fruit chilled until serving for maximum freshness.