Fruit Terrine
A Fruit Terrine is a stunning, jewel-toned European dessert, typically from France or Italy, where layers of fresh fruit are suspended in a clear, shimmering gelatin. It's an elegant, no-bake creation that showcases seasonal fruits like berries, kiwi, and stone fruits, often molded into a rectangular loaf shape and sliced to reveal its beautiful cross-section.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dessert is primarily a source of carbohydrates from the fruit's natural sugars and any added sweeteners, with minimal fat and protein. A typical slice provides a good dose of vitamins (like Vitamin C) and antioxidants from the fruit, with a calorie range of roughly 150-250 per serving, depending on the fruit and gelatin used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 3.5 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 4.5 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 25 g |
| Sodium | 85 mg |
| Vitamin C | 35 mg |
| Potassium | 220 mg |
| Calcium | 45 mg |
| Iron | 0.8 mg |
| Vitamin A | 120 IU |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
| Phosphorus | 60 mg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
Per 1 slice (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a classic example of a 'showstopper' dessert meant for special occasions, highlighting the beauty of fresh produce. Nutritionally, it's a lighter, fruit-forward alternative to cream-heavy desserts, making it a refreshing way to enjoy a variety of fruits in a visually stunning format.
