Ingredients
Method
Build the flag platter
- Choose a large rectangular serving tray or cutting board and place it flat so the fruit rows can sit tightly in straight lines.
- In the upper left corner, arrange 2 cups blueberries into a dense rectangle to form the canton (star field), packing the berries close together.
- Arrange halved strawberries in tight rows starting from the top right of the tray and working left from the blueberry section, placing each piece cut-side down to create the red stripes.
- Brush the sliced banana rounds with 1 tablespoon lemon juice to prevent browning, using a light, even coating so the white stripes stay bright.
- Lay banana slices in rows between the strawberry stripes across the full length of the tray to form the white stripes with a clean, even spacing.
- Continue alternating strawberry and banana rows across the full length until the flag pattern is complete, keeping the rows straight and pressed together for a crisp look.
Chill and serve
- Serve immediately for the freshest texture, or refrigerate the platter uncovered for up to 1 hour before serving while the colors stay vibrant.
Notes
Pro tip: Pack the blueberries tightly for a sharp canton edge, and keep strawberry and banana rows pressed together so the stripes look straight. Store covered in the refrigerator for 24 hours, but expect some banana browning after a few hours. Freezing is not recommended because the texture gets watery. If you want a lighter option, swap half the strawberries for additional blueberries to reduce overall sugar while keeping the red-and-white pattern.