Summer Watermelon Slice (Printable Page)

A colorful summer platter with grapes, mozzarella, and fresh watermelon, perfect for easy entertaining.

# What You'll Need:

→ Outer Ring

01 - 1 cup green grapes or pitted green olives

→ Middle Layer

02 - 5.3 oz fresh mozzarella cheese (sliced) or feta cheese (crumbled)

→ Interior

03 - 2 cups seedless watermelon, cut into cubes or balls
04 - 1 cup seedless strawberries, halved
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Select a large round serving platter and visualize a semi-circle or slice shape on its surface.
02 - Arrange green grapes or pitted green olives evenly along the outer edge of the semi-circle, forming the watermelon rind.
03 - Place sliced or crumbled mozzarella or feta cheese in a neat band just inside the green ring to simulate the white part of the rind.
04 - Fill the remaining semi-circle interior with watermelon cubes or balls and halved strawberries to represent the watermelon flesh.
05 - Optionally, sprinkle fresh mint leaves over the fruit for enhanced aroma and visual appeal.
06 - Serve the platter immediately, preferably chilled.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It looks like pure magic on the table but takes only 20 minutes to assemble, making you look like a culinary genius without the stress
  • Everything is naturally sweet and refreshing, so even guests who claim they're not hungry will find themselves reaching for another bite
  • It's one of those rare dishes that's simultaneously elegant enough for a dinner party and casual enough for a picnic with friends
02 -
  • Prepare this platter as close to serving time as possible. I learned this lesson when I made one hours ahead and the mozzarella started weeping moisture and the cut fruit became less vibrant. Fresh is truly best here.
  • Always chill your grapes and cheese beforehand. This single tip keeps everything crisp and your presentation looking pristine. It's the difference between 'nice' and 'wow, I can't believe you made this'.
03 -
  • Use a melon baller instead of cutting cubes for a more sophisticated, restaurant-quality appearance that feels intentional and special
  • Keep everything cold by chilling your ingredients and platter beforehand, and serve it as early as possible in your gathering. Cold ingredients stay crisp, look fresh longer, and taste infinitely better.
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