Layered Summer Fruits with Creamy Lime Dressing

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
5%
Layered Summer Fruits with Creamy Lime Dressing
40 min.
24
116kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience that celebrates the vibrant flavors of summer! Our Layered Summer Fruits with Creamy Lime Dressing is not just a feast for the eyes but also a refreshing treat for your taste buds. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a casual gathering, a festive barbecue, or a sophisticated dinner party, this dish is sure to impress your guests.

Imagine a stunning trifle bowl filled with luscious layers of juicy cantaloupe, sweet strawberries, and succulent mangoes, all harmoniously complemented by the tangy zing of lime. The creamy dressing, made from whipped cream and cream cheese, adds a rich and velvety texture that elevates the fruit to new heights. With each bite, you’ll experience a burst of flavors that encapsulate the essence of summer.

This recipe is not only vegetarian and gluten-free, making it accessible for various dietary preferences, but it also offers a light and guilt-free indulgence at just 116 calories per serving. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing appetizer, a light snack, or a stunning dessert, this layered fruit creation is versatile enough to fit any role on your menu.

So, gather your favorite summer fruits and let’s create a beautiful and delicious masterpiece that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Dive into this refreshing treat and savor the taste of summer in every layer!

Ingredients

  • cups blueberries 
  • cups cantaloupe 
  • oz cream cheese softened
  • cups wedges honeydew melon 
  • 0.5 cup limeade concentrate frozen thawed
  • medium mangos ripe peeled
  • leaves mint leaves 
  • 0.3 cup powdered sugar 
  • quart strawberries quartered
  • cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. In medium bowl, beat cream cheese, limeade concentrate and powdered sugar with electric mixer on medium-high speed about 3 minutes or until smooth. Fold in whipped cream. Set aside.
  2. In 3-quart trifle bowl, layer cantaloupe and strawberries.
  3. Spread half the cream cheese mixture over the strawberries.
  4. Layer mangoes, blueberries and honeydew over cream cheese mixture.
  5. Spread remaining cream cheese mixture on top.
  6. Garnish with mint leaves.
  7. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate up to 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories116kcal
Protein5.22%
Fat52.14%
Carbs42.64%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.43
Glycemic Load
3.82
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
6.0786956704181%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.72mg
Petunidin
3.93mg
Delphinidin
4.5mg
Malvidin
8.34mg
Pelargonidin
9.8mg
Peonidin
2.52mg
Catechin
2.18mg
Epigallocatechin
0.39mg
Epicatechin
0.24mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.06mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.04mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Luteolin
0.16mg
Kaempferol
0.42mg
Myricetin
0.19mg
Quercetin
1.39mg
Gallocatechin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:116.23kcal
5.81%
Fat:7.11g
10.94%
Saturated Fat:4.23g
26.44%
Carbohydrates:13.08g
4.36%
Net Carbohydrates:11.45g
4.16%
Sugar:10.8g
12%
Cholesterol:20.75mg
6.92%
Sodium:41.77mg
1.82%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.6g
3.2%
Vitamin C:35.61mg
43.16%
Vitamin A:1154.29IU
23.09%
Manganese:0.22mg
10.89%
Fiber:1.63g
6.54%
Folate:24.41µg
6.1%
Potassium:184.95mg
5.28%
Vitamin K:5.44µg
5.18%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.01%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.75%
Vitamin E:0.53mg
3.5%
Copper:0.07mg
3.46%
Phosphorus:34.23mg
3.42%
Magnesium:13.26mg
3.31%
Calcium:27.43mg
2.74%
Vitamin B3:0.53mg
2.66%
Selenium:1.84µg
2.62%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.55%
Vitamin B5:0.22mg
2.21%
Iron:0.35mg
1.92%
Zinc:0.26mg
1.75%
Vitamin D:0.16µg
1.06%