Asparagus Stem Floral Fruit (Print Version)

Tender asparagus arranged artfully with fresh seasonal fruits for a vibrant, colorful springtime board.

# Components:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 bunch fresh asparagus (approximately 16–20 spears), trimmed
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for blanching)

→ Fruits

03 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
04 - 1 cup seedless grapes (red and/or green)
05 - 1 cup blueberries
06 - 1 orange, peeled and segmented
07 - 1 cup pineapple, cut into bite-size pieces
08 - 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
09 - 1 medium apple, sliced
10 - 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds (optional)

→ Cheese & Extras (optional)

11 - 1/2 cup goat cheese or feta, crumbled
12 - 1/4 cup roasted nuts (almonds, pistachios, or walnuts)
13 - Honey or balsamic glaze for drizzling

# Directions:

01 - Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add asparagus and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until bright green and tender. Immediately transfer to an ice bath to halt cooking. Pat dry thoroughly.
02 - On a large serving board, position asparagus stems vertically like a tree trunk and fan out the tips to simulate branches.
03 - Arrange assorted fruits artistically around and above the asparagus to represent flowers and foliage, utilizing varied colors and shapes for visual appeal.
04 - If using, sprinkle crumbled cheese and roasted nuts over the arrangement. Lightly drizzle honey or balsamic glaze atop for flavor contrast.
05 - Present immediately, providing small tongs or skewers to facilitate individual servings.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy and quick to prepare
  • Beautiful and colorful presentation
02 -
  • Contains dairy if cheese is included and tree nuts if nuts are included
  • This board is gluten-free and vegetarian
03 -
  • Blanch asparagus quickly to keep it bright and tender
  • Use a variety of fruit colors and shapes for an appealing presentation
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