Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Build the flag platter
- Choose a large rectangular serving tray or cutting board and place it on a flat, stable surface. This gives you straight edges for clean rows.
- In the upper left corner, arrange a dense rectangle of fresh blueberries to form the canton (star field). Pack them tightly so the corner looks solid.
- Starting from the top right of the tray and working left from the blueberry section, lay halved strawberries cut-side down to form the red stripes. Keep the rows tight and even so the stripes stay parallel.
- Brush banana slices with lemon juice to prevent browning. Make sure the lemon is evenly distributed so the white stripes stay bright.
- Arrange banana slices in rows between the strawberry stripes to create the white stripes. Fill the spaces evenly and press gently so the rows align.
- Continue alternating strawberry and banana rows across the full length of the tray. Stop when the bottom edge is reached for a full, rectangular flag shape.
Serve or chill
- Serve immediately for the freshest, brightest fruit display. For make-ahead timing, refrigerate uncovered for up to 1 hour before serving.
Notes
Pro tip: Dry the strawberries and blueberries well before arranging—excess moisture can cause fruit to slide and blur the stripes. Refrigerate uncovered up to 1 hour for best texture; freeze not recommended because the fruit will soften and weep after thawing. Dietary swap: for a dairy-free, egg-free, vegetarian- and vegan-friendly platter, keep it as-is; if you want it lower sugar, use fewer banana rounds and replace some with additional blueberries.