Summer Watermelon Slice Platter (Printable)

Colorful watermelon, grapes, and cheese combined for a fresh and easy summer dish.

# Components:

→ 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 cubes or balls
04 - 1 cup seedless strawberries, halved
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves (optional)

# Method:

01 - Select a large round serving platter and outline a semi-circle or slice shape on it.
02 - Arrange green grapes or pitted green olives along the outer edge of the semi-circle to resemble the watermelon rind.
03 - Place sliced mozzarella or crumbled feta cheese inside the green ring in a neat band, representing the white part of the rind.
04 - Fill the remaining interior with watermelon cubes or balls and halved strawberries to mimic the watermelon flesh.
05 - Optionally, sprinkle fresh mint leaves over the fruit for added fragrance and color.
06 - Serve immediately, chilled if preferred.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's a conversation starter that looks like pure magic on the table, yet takes only 20 minutes to create
  • No cooking required means you stay cool and stress-free during hot summer months
  • Works perfectly for any diet because you control every ingredient—vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, all doable
  • Everyone eats with their eyes first, and this dish wins that battle every single time
02 -
  • Prep your fruit no more than 2 hours before serving—watermelon especially starts to weep liquid if cut too far ahead, which makes your platter look sad and soggy
  • Pat your grapes or olives dry with a paper towel before arranging. A single drop of water can cause them to slip around and ruin your carefully planned design
  • If the edges of your platter feel slippery, place a damp paper towel underneath to keep the entire arrangement steady and grounded
03 -
  • If your platter is completely flat, use a decorative cake stand or shallow bowl for height and drama—your watermelon slice becomes an edible centerpiece, not just food on a plate
  • The secret that changed everything for me was using a melon baller for the watermelon pieces. Those perfect spheres make the whole arrangement feel intentional and restaurant-quality, even though it takes maybe five extra minutes
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