_Sips my afternoon tea_
Ladies and gentlemen, let me tell you about my absolute favorite afternoon pick-me-up that’s both Instagram-worthy and deliciously satisfying! As someone who’s always running between meetings and errands, this gorgeous fruit bowl has become my secret weapon for avoiding those 3 PM snack cravings.
Trust me, once you try this recipe, you’ll never look at regular fruit salads the same way again. It’s like giving your taste buds a first-class ticket to a tropical paradise! 🌴
What You’ll Need:
• 1 ripe mango (because life’s too short for unripe mangoes!)
• 1 cup fresh strawberries
• 1 dragon fruit (for that extra bougie touch)
• 1/2 cup blueberries
• 1 kiwi
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1/4 cup granola
• Fresh mint leaves
• A sprinkle of chia seeds
Honey, let me walk you through this…
Instructions:
1. Slice that gorgeous mango into perfect cubes (I know, easier said than done, but you’ve got this!)
2. Cut the strawberries into halves – and try not to eat them all while prepping
3. Slice the dragon fruit and scoop out those beautiful white speckled flesh
4. Peel and slice the kiwi into half-moons
5. Wash those plump blueberries
Now, here’s where the magic happens!
In your prettiest bowl (because we eat with our eyes first), arrange the fruits in sections. I like to create a rainbow effect – it’s giving main character energy! Drizzle that honey like you’re Jackson Pollock creating a masterpiece. Sprinkle granola for that perfect crunch, add chia seeds for extra nutrition (and because we’re fancy like that), and finish with mint leaves.
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Pro tip: For an extra refreshing twist, pop your fruits in the fridge for 30 minutes before assembling. Trust me, it hits different when it’s chilled!
The best part? This bowl isn’t just pretty – it’s packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and enough natural sugar to keep you going through those afternoon meetings without reaching for that candy bar (we’ve all been there!).
Y’all, I can’t tell you how many times this recipe has saved me from my afternoon slump. It’s become such a hit at my house that even my picky teenager asks for it – and if that’s not a win, I don’t know what is!
Before you run off to create your own masterpiece, don’t forget to follow me on Newsbreak for more recipes that’ll make your kitchen the place to be! Drop a comment below and let me know how your fruit bowl turned out – I’m dying to hear if you loved it as much as I do!
XOXO,
Your favorite food-obsessed friend 😘
P.S. Share your fruit bowl pics in the comments – let’s make everyone hungry together! 🍓🥝🥭
