Summer Watermelon Slice Platter (Printable)

Refreshing summer platter with green grapes, creamy cheese, and juicy watermelon for warm-weather entertaining.

# What You'll Need:

→ Outer Ring

01 - 1 cup green grapes or pitted green olives

→ Middle Layer

02 - 150 grams fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced or fresh 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

# Directions:

01 - Select a large round serving platter and outline a semi-circle or slice shape on it.
02 - Arrange the green grapes or pitted olives along the outer edge of the semi-circle to mimic the watermelon rind.
03 - Place sliced mozzarella or crumbled feta cheese just inside the green ring, creating the white rind band.
04 - Fill the inner area with cubed or balled watermelon and halved strawberries to form the watermelon flesh.
05 - Optionally sprinkle fresh mint leaves over the fruit for added fragrance and color.
06 - Serve immediately, keeping chilled if possible for optimal freshness.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It takes 20 minutes but looks like you spent hours in the kitchen, which is the best kind of cooking secret
  • Everyone at the table will comment on how clever and beautiful it is, and that joy is half the pleasure
  • It's naturally gluten-free and vegetarian, so you're not leaving anyone out of the fun
  • On hot summer days, it's refreshing, hydrating, and feels indulgent without any guilt
02 -
  • Room temperature cheese looks dingy and spreads unevenly—always start with cold cheese straight from the refrigerator for clean lines and a professional look
  • Cutting your watermelon and strawberries just before assembly keeps them from weeping and making the platter look soggy. I learned this the hard way at my first garden party
  • The platter works best when you can serve it within an hour of assembly. After that, the fruit starts releasing juices and the whole composition gets a bit sad-looking
03 -
  • Use a melon baller for the watermelon if you have one—the spheres look more intentional and professional than cubes, and guests genuinely find them more delightful to eat
  • Chill your platter in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving. Cold cheese is firm and beautiful, cold fruit is at its most refreshing, and the entire composition stays stable longer
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