The plate is a carnival of colors: the golden hues of rum-soaked persimmon contrast exquisitely with the vibrant green avocado and crimson pomegranate seeds. Finished with a dusting of spice and a drizzle of zesty lime dressing, it looks like an edible sunset.

Persimmon Paradise Brunch Platter

Name: Persimmon Paradise Brunch Platter
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients: ripe persimmons, 4 sliced and pitted; ripe avocados, 2 peeled and sliced; pomegranate seeds, 1 cup; Caribbean mixed spices, 1 tablespoon; rum, 2 tablespoons optional; lime, 1 juiced; Salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; olive oil, 1 tablespoon; Fresh mint leaves, for garnish

Category Brunch

Prep 20 minutes

Cook 0 minutes

Style Caribbean

Technique Raw

Diet Friendly Vegan

Daily Recipe: November 29, 2025

Savor the Caribbean flavor with this unexpected yet harmonious fusion of Persimmon and traditional ingredients. Fragrant spices, juicy persimmon, and the tropical aroma promise a symphony of taste that celebrates the season!

Ingredients (for 4)

Ripe persimmons - 4 - sliced and pitted
Ripe avocados - 2 - peeled and sliced
Pomegranate seeds - 1 cup
Caribbean mixed spices - 1 tablespoon
Rum - 2 tablespoons - optional
Lime - 1 - juiced
Salt - to taste
Black pepper - to taste
Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
Fresh mint leaves - for garnish

Preparation

Step 1 - 🍑🥃🕑

Soak the sliced persimmon in a bowl with rum and a sprinkle of the Caribbean mixed spices. Let it sit for 10 minutes to infuse the flavors.
Step 2 - 🍋🥣💧

While the persimmon is marinating, create a dressing by combining lime juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and the remaining Caribbean mixed spices in a small bowl. Stir until well mixed.
Step 3 - 🥑🍑🍽

Start with a base of avocado slices, followed by rum-soaked persimmons. Scatter pomegranate seeds for added crunch and color.
Step 4 - 🌿💦🖌

Drizzle the dressing over the assembled platter and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
Step 5 - 🍽🎉😋

Serve immediately and enjoy this festive, exotic twist on brunch!

Additional

In the Caribbean, Christmas is synonymous with rum-infused treats. Though we removed the traditional heavy cream and sugar, this lightened-up dish encapsulates the joyful spirit of the holidays in a healthier way. For a kid-friendly or non-alcoholic version, simply omit the rum.