A colorful watermelon platter combining juicy fruit, savory cheeses, nuts, and fresh herbs for a refreshing bite.
# Ingredient List:
→ Fruit
01 - 1 large seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch wedges or rounds
02 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
03 - 1 cup seedless grapes, halved
04 - 1 cup fresh blueberries
→ Cheeses & Proteins
05 - 3.5 oz feta cheese, crumbled
06 - 3.5 oz prosciutto or serrano ham, thinly sliced (optional, omit for vegetarian)
07 - 3.5 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini), halved
→ Nuts & Seeds
08 - 1/3 cup roasted pistachios, roughly chopped
09 - 1/3 cup toasted pumpkin seeds
→ Garnishes
10 - Fresh mint leaves
11 - Zest of 1 lime
12 - 2 tbsp honey (optional, or agave syrup for vegan)
13 - Flaky sea salt, to taste
14 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# How-To Steps:
01 - Place the watermelon slices on a large serving platter in an overlapping circular or fan pattern.
02 - Distribute halved strawberries, grapes, and blueberries evenly over and around the watermelon.
03 - Scatter crumbled feta and halved mozzarella balls across the platter. If using, layer prosciutto or serrano ham slices artfully among the fruit.
04 - Sprinkle the chopped pistachios and toasted pumpkin seeds atop for added texture and crunch.
05 - Decorate with fresh mint leaves and lime zest for bright aromatics.
06 - Lightly drizzle honey or agave syrup over the platter if desired, then season with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
07 - Present immediately, ensuring all components are well chilled.
