What type of bowl is best for a fruit salad?
I am planning on making a fruit salad for coworkers and want to make sure that none of the fruit start to go bad because of the contact with the bowl.
I am planning on using apples, oranges, grapes, pine apple, and possibly bananas.
What would be the best type of bowl to transport and serve this in: metal, glass, plastic, etc?
Best Answer
I don't think the bowl has anything to do with it, unless it is some sort of reactive metal, but you don't normally find food grade bowls made of a reactive metal?
To stop surface oxidation of non-acidic fruit (apples, bananas etc.) coat them with a suitable weak acid. See this previous answer How to Prevent Apples from turning Brown
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What material is best for a fruit bowl?
It is better to choose a ceramic or, preferably, a wire mesh bowl. Plastic or metal bowls tend to make fruit sweat which can speed up deterioration. Do not be tempted to choose a large bowl that looks best filled with lots of fruit as it will be difficult to manage the content's freshness.Is it OK to put fruit salad in a stainless steel bowl?
Glass, ceramic, stainless steel, or any non-reactive plastic bowl is still a better choice, however, especially if the ingredients will sit for any length of time.Can you keep fruit in a wood bowl?
Choosing the right bowl for your fruit can help slow down that process and keep your fruit fresher for longer. Wooden fruit bowls have holes in them to allow air circulation around your fruits and vegetables, and the aeration will help keep your produce fresh longer.Can you put salad in a metal bowl?
I avoid a big mess by making my salads in large mixing bowls. I first picked up this tip while working at a restaurant, where all of the salads are mixed in big metal bowls before being plated. The size of the bowl allows you to toss the salad well so that each bite is thoroughly coated with dressing.HOW TO MAKE THE BEST FRUIT SALAD | easy recipe
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Answer 2
A clear glass bowl of course. There are many materials available which would serve the purpose just fine, aluminum is a material I would advise against though.
You are making a beautiful, colorful, fragrant fruit salad - show it off in a nice clear glass bowl. All other things being fairly equal, go for the flavor/art/hunger/munch appeal, and serve it proudly.
Answer 3
If it's on display for any length of time it might be helpful to choose a bowl which allows air circulation to prevent detoriation (eg. a mesh type) or to be careful to arrange fruit so that they allow this.
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