Save A whimsical and refreshing snack board featuring a carved watermelon shark surrounded by an assortment of fresh fruits and crunchy snacks — perfect for summer gatherings and kids parties.
This fun and creative snack board always impresses guests and makes healthy eating exciting for children.
Ingredients
- Main Display: 1 large watermelon (for carving and fruit balls)
- Fruits: 1 cup strawberries hulled and halved, 1 cup blueberries, 1 cup green grapes halved, 1 cup pineapple chunks, 2 kiwis peeled and sliced, 1 orange segmented
- Crunchy Snacks: 1 cup pretzel sticks, 1 cup cheese cubes (optional use dairy-free if needed)
- Decorative & Garnish: 2 black grapes or blueberries (for shark eyes), 2 slices mini marshmallow or banana (for shark eyes whites), Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Using a sharp knife slice a thin piece off the base of the watermelon so it sits flat.
- Step 2:
- Cut a wedge from one end to form the open mouth of the shark. Use a melon baller to scoop out most of the flesh reserving the balls for the board.
- Step 3:
- Carve triangular teeth along the mouth edge using a paring knife.
- Step 4:
- Attach the eyes above the mouth using toothpicks stack a mini marshmallow or banana slice with a black grape or blueberry for each eye.
- Step 5:
- Arrange reserved watermelon balls spilling from the sharks mouth onto a large platter.
- Step 6:
- Surround the shark with the strawberries blueberries grapes pineapple kiwi and orange segments in colorful waves.
- Step 7:
- Fill in spaces with pretzel sticks cheese cubes and mint leaves for garnish.
- Step 8:
- Serve immediately or cover and chill for up to 2 hours before serving.
Save This snack board always brings smiles and joy to family gatherings especially on warm summer afternoons.
Required Tools
Large sharp knife paring knife melon baller toothpicks large serving platter
Allergen Information
Contains dairy cheese Contains gluten pretzel sticks substitute gluten-free pretzels if needed Always check ingredient labels for hidden allergens
Nutritional Information
Calories 170 Total Fat 3 g Carbohydrates 37 g Protein 4 g per serving
Save This snack board is a showstopper that’s as tasty as it looks perfect for any occasion.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do you carve the watermelon shark mouth?
Slice a wedge at one end of the watermelon to form an open mouth, then carve triangular teeth along the edge using a sharp paring knife.
- → What fruits work best alongside the watermelon shark?
Strawberries, blueberries, green grapes, pineapple chunks, kiwi slices, and orange segments create colorful waves around the display.
- → How can I make the snack board dairy-free?
Omit the cheese cubes or choose plant-based dairy alternatives to maintain the creamy texture without dairy.
- → What tools are needed to assemble this snack board?
A sharp large knife, paring knife, melon baller, toothpicks, and a serving platter are essential for carving and arrangement.
- → Can I prepare the board in advance?
Yes, you can cover and chill the board for up to 2 hours before serving to keep the fruits fresh.