Ingredients
Method
Build the flag base
- Choose a large rectangular serving tray or cutting board and set it flat so the rows stay straight.
- In the upper left corner, arrange a dense rectangle of blueberries to form the canton (star field) with minimal gaps so it looks solid.
Create red and white stripes
- Starting from the top right of the tray and working left from the blueberry section, lay rows of halved strawberries cut-side down to form the red stripes with clean, even lines.
- Brush banana slices with lemon juice to prevent browning, then arrange them in rows between the strawberry stripes to create the white stripes.
- Continue alternating strawberry and banana rows across the full length of the tray so the pattern stays consistent from top to bottom.
Serve
- Serve immediately for the freshest fruit texture, or refrigerate uncovered for up to 1 hour before serving to keep everything firm.
Notes
Pro tip: press each strawberry cut-side down gently as you place it so the stripes look tight from an overhead view. Refrigerate uncovered up to 1 hour for best appearance; freezing is not recommended. For a dietary swap, use gluten-free as-is (this platter is naturally gluten-free), and choose low-sugar fruit if you want to reduce overall sugar while keeping the flag colors.