Flamingo Fruit Skewer Platter (Printable Version)

A vibrant tropical fruit platter featuring playful flamingo-shaped skewers for easy serving.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit Selection

01 - 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
02 - 1 cup seedless watermelon chunks or flamingo shapes
03 - 1 cup peeled and cubed mango
04 - 1 cup peeled and sliced kiwi
05 - 1 cup hulled strawberries
06 - 1 cup green grapes
07 - 1 cup blueberries

→ Garnish & Extras

08 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)
09 - 2 limes, cut into wedges
10 - Fresh mint leaves for garnish

→ Tools & Supplies

11 - 16 wooden or reusable flamingo-themed skewers
12 - Small flamingo-shaped cookie cutter (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Wash and dry all fruit thoroughly.
02 - Cut watermelon into flamingo shapes using the cookie cutter if desired; otherwise, cube into bite-sized pieces.
03 - Cut pineapple, mango, kiwi, and strawberries into bite-sized pieces suitable for skewering.
04 - Thread alternating pieces of fruit onto each skewer to create a vibrant and colorful pattern.
05 - Place the finished skewers on a large serving platter, arranging them decoratively to resemble a flamingo display if desired.
06 - Sprinkle skewers with shredded coconut and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
07 - Serve with lime wedges on the side to add a zesty finish.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Fun tropical fruit variety
  • Easy to prepare and visually appealing
02 -
  • Skewers can be made up to 4 hours in advance; cover and refrigerate until ready to serve
  • For extra flair, use a combination of tropical fruits like papaya, dragon fruit, or starfruit
03 -
  • Chill skewers in the refrigerator before serving for best taste
  • Use a sharp knife to make clean fruit cuts for better presentation
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