Tropical Pineapple Paradise (Print)

A colorful pineapple centerpiece with sliced mango, kiwi, berries, and coconut for a refreshing treat.

# Ingredients:

→ Fruit Centerpiece

01 - 1 large ripe pineapple, halved vertically, core trimmed, flesh scored for easy serving

→ Tropical Fruits

02 - 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced
03 - 1 mango, peeled and sliced
04 - 1 papaya, peeled, seeded, and sliced
05 - 1 small dragon fruit, peeled and sliced
06 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
07 - 1 cup seedless grapes, halved
08 - ½ cup blueberries
09 - ½ cup raspberries
10 - ½ cup pomegranate arils

→ Garnish

11 - ¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
12 - Fresh mint leaves

# Directions:

01 - Position the pineapple half, cut-side up, at the center of a large serving platter. Score the flesh with a paring knife in a crosshatch pattern without removing the skin or leaves.
02 - Fan out the mango, papaya, and dragon fruit slices around the pineapple, alternating colors for an appealing visual effect.
03 - Distribute kiwi slices, strawberries, grapes, blueberries, raspberries, and pomegranate arils evenly around the pineapple, filling any gaps to create a balanced, lush display.
04 - Sprinkle shredded coconut over the fruit ensemble to add texture and a tropical flavor note.
05 - Garnish with fresh mint leaves for enhanced color and fragrance.
06 - Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate the platter for up to two hours before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It looks like you spent hours in the kitchen, but honestly, it takes just 25 minutes and zero cooking—pure assembly artistry
  • Every fruit brings its own natural sweetness and personality, so no added sugar needed, and it's naturally vegan and gluten-free
  • This is the recipe that turns a simple dessert into a showstopper moment, the kind of thing guests photograph and ask about
02 -
  • Timing is everything—prep this within an hour of serving. Fruits begin to oxidize and lose their jewel-like appearance, and that's where the magic lives.
  • The pineapple skin acts as both a bowl and insulation, keeping the flesh cool and fresh. Never hollow it completely; those walls matter.
  • Slice your softer fruits like kiwi and raspberries last, just before final assembly, so they don't weep juice onto harder fruits and lose their individual visual impact.
03 -
  • A sharp paring knife makes scoring the pineapple effortless and creates clean lines—dull knives bruise the flesh and create an amateurish look
  • Arrange fruits while they're still slightly cool from the refrigerator; they hold their shape better and taste brighter
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