A vibrant platter of juicy watermelon, fresh fruits, cheeses, nuts, and mint for elegant summer entertaining.
# List of Ingredients:
→ 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
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 - Place watermelon slices on a large serving platter in an overlapping circular or fan pattern.
02 - Scatter strawberries, grapes, and blueberries evenly over and around the watermelon slices.
03 - Dot the platter with crumbled feta and halved mozzarella balls. Artfully drape prosciutto or serrano ham slices around the fruit if using.
04 - Sprinkle chopped pistachios and toasted pumpkin seeds over the platter for added texture.
05 - Add fresh mint leaves and lime zest to garnish the platter.
06 - Lightly drizzle honey or agave syrup over the platter if desired, then season with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Serve immediately, ensuring the platter stays chilled.
