Summer Watermelon Slice (Printable)

Vibrant watermelon-inspired platter with grapes, cheese, and fresh fruit, perfect for summer 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)

# How to make it:

01 - Select a large round serving platter and outline a semi-circle or slice shape on the surface.
02 - Arrange green grapes or olives evenly along the outer edge of the semi-circle to replicate the watermelon rind.
03 - Position the sliced or crumbled cheese in a neat band just inside the green ring, representing the white part of the rind.
04 - Fill the central portion with watermelon cubes or balls and halved strawberries to emulate watermelon flesh.
05 - Optionally, scatter fresh mint leaves over the fruit for added aroma and visual appeal.
06 - Serve immediately, preferably chilled.

# Expert suggestions:

01 -
  • It's a complete conversation starter that looks like pure summer magic on any table
  • Zero cooking required means you stay cool and stress-free during hot weather entertaining
  • It's naturally vegetarian and gluten-free, so you don't have to worry about feeding different dietary preferences
  • The mix of creamy, juicy, and bright flavors keeps everyone coming back for more
02 -
  • Prep your fruit last. Watermelon releases water as it sits, and berries bruise if handled too early. Assemble everything else first, then add fruit five to ten minutes before serving.
  • A cold platter makes an enormous difference in how this tastes and how long it lasts on the table. Pop your serving platter in the freezer for fifteen minutes while you prepare everything.
03 -
  • Use a melon baller for watermelon if you want that restaurant presentation, but I've learned that honest cubes are just as delicious and often more forgiving when you're working quickly
  • If you're serving this for a large crowd and timing matters, chill the empty platter for fifteen minutes before assembly so everything stays cool longer
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