Watermelon Jack O Lantern Fruit Salad (Printable)

Festive carved watermelon serving bowl filled with colorful fresh melon and berry medley

# What you'll need:

→ For the Watermelon Bowl

01 - 1 large seedless watermelon

→ For the Fruit Salad

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
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.
02 - On the opposite side, mark and carve a Jack O Lantern face using a small paring knife or pumpkin carving tools. Remove the cut-out pieces.
03 - Slice off the top quarter of the watermelon and set aside.
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.
06 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew, pineapple, strawberries, blueberries, and grapes.
07 - Drizzle with lime juice and honey/agave syrup (if using), and gently toss to combine.
08 - Fill the chilled watermelon Jack O Lantern shell with the fruit salad and serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It doubles as both a stunning centerpiece and a refreshing dessert that everyone actually wants to eat
  • The carved watermelon keeps everything chilled and adds natural sweetness to every bite
02 -
  • Chill the carved watermelon shell while you prep the fruit so everything stays cold longer
  • Cut the fruit into similar sizes so each spoonful gets a nice variety
  • Wait to add the lime juice until right before serving or the fruit will start to break down
03 -
  • Use a dry erase marker to sketch your face before carving so you can easily wipe away mistakes
  • Scoop the watermelon flesh over a large bowl to catch all the juices that drip out

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