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Red, white, and blue 4th of July fruit skewer with blueberries, banana, and strawberries on a wood cutting board with patriotic star garland

4th of July Fruit Skewers

Cathy @ msinthecountry.com
These simple 4th of July fruit skewers are dairy-free, gluten-free, and packed with anti-inflammatory berries — a festive, MS-friendly treat ready in 10 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 9 skewers

Equipment

  • 10 Skewers

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled
  • 1 pint fresh blueberries
  • 2 ripe bananas, sliced into ¾-inch rounds
  • juice of ½ lemon

Instructions
 

  • Soak skewers in water for 20 minutes.
  • Wash and prep all fruit. Toss banana slices in lemon juice.
  • Thread fruit onto skewers in a repeating red, white, and blue pattern.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Display on a platter — on ice if serving outdoors.

Notes

Banana slices should be at least ¾ inch thick to hold up on the skewer. Best served the same day. Keeps in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Keyword anti-inflammatory, dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan