*Layered Summer Fruit Salad*
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of sliced strawberries
- 2 cups of blueberries
- 2 cups of raspberries
- 2 cups of peeled and sliced kiwi
- 2 cups of peeled and segmented mandarin oranges
- 2 cups of sliced bananas
- 2 cups of diced pineapple
- 2 cups of halved grapes
- 1/4 cup of fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup of vanilla yogurt (optional)
- 1 tablespoon of honey (optional)
Directions:
1. Take a large, clear trifle dish or any spacious serving bowl to showcase the vibrant layers of fruit.
2. Begin layering by placing the sliced bananas at the base.
3. Next, add a layer of diced pineapple followed by the strawberries, kiwi, blueberries, mandarin oranges, raspberries, and grapes in succession.
4. Keep building these layers until all the fruits are used, aiming for a gorgeous, colorful display.
5. If you like, drizzle some honey on top and include a generous dollop of vanilla yogurt for added flavor.
6. Finish with a garnish of fresh mint leaves and a few whole strawberries perched atop the arrangement.
7. Allow the salad to chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to enhance the flavors before serving.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: Approximately 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings