Watermelon Jack O Lantern Fruit Salad (Printable Version)

Fresh seasonal fruits served in a carved watermelon Jack O Lantern bowl, perfect for Halloween celebrations and summer parties.

# What You Need:

→ Watermelon Bowl

01 - 1 large seedless watermelon

→ Fresh Fruits

02 - 2 cups cantaloupe, balled or cubed
03 - 2 cups honeydew melon, balled or cubed
04 - 2 cups pineapple, cubed
05 - 1½ cups strawberries, hulled and halved
06 - 1 cup blueberries
07 - 1 cup seedless grapes, halved

→ Dressing

08 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
09 - 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Cut a thin slice off the bottom of the watermelon to create a stable base for serving.
02 - Mark and carve a Jack O Lantern face on the opposite side using a small paring knife or pumpkin carving tools. Remove the cut-out pieces to create openings.
03 - Slice off the top quarter of the watermelon and set aside. This will be the lid for your fruit bowl.
04 - Scoop out the watermelon flesh with a melon baller or spoon, reserving as much as possible for the salad. Place the carved watermelon shell in the refrigerator to chill.
05 - Remove any seeds from the watermelon flesh and cut it into bite-sized pieces or balls using a melon baller.
06 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew, pineapple, strawberries, blueberries, and grapes.
07 - Drizzle with lime juice and honey or agave syrup if using, then gently toss to coat all the fruits evenly.
08 - Fill the chilled watermelon Jack O Lantern shell with the fruit salad mixture. Replace the top if desired and serve immediately for best presentation.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Its basically edible party decor that doubles as conversation starter
  • The lime juice wakes up all the fruit flavors without feeling fancy or fussy
02 -
  • The watermelon shell keeps the fruit surprisingly cold for hours
  • Carve the face slightly larger than you think you need
03 -
  • Draw your face on the watermelon with a dry erase marker before cutting
  • A melon baller makes the watermelon inside feel extra special

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