# Ingredient list:
→ Main Display
01 - 1 large watermelon (for carving and fruit balls)
→ Fruits
02 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
03 - 1 cup blueberries
04 - 1 cup green grapes, halved
05 - 1 cup pineapple chunks
06 - 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced
07 - 1 orange, segmented
→ Crunchy Snacks
08 - 1 cup pretzel sticks
09 - 1 cup cheese cubes (optional, use dairy-free alternative if needed)
→ Decorative & Garnish
10 - 2 black grapes or blueberries (for eyes)
11 - 2 slices mini marshmallow or banana (for eyes whites)
12 - Fresh mint leaves
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Slice a thin piece off the watermelon base to ensure stability when placed on a surface.
02 - Cut a wedge from one end of the watermelon to form an open mouth and scoop out most of the flesh using a melon baller, reserving the balls for plating.
03 - Use a paring knife to carefully carve triangular teeth along the edge of the mouth wedge.
04 - Stack a mini marshmallow or banana slice with a black grape or blueberry and secure each eye above the mouth using toothpicks.
05 - Arrange reserved watermelon balls spilling from the shark’s mouth on a large serving platter.
06 - Surround the watermelon shark with strawberries, blueberries, grapes, pineapple chunks, kiwi slices, and orange segments in colorful, wave-like patterns.
07 - Fill empty spaces with pretzel sticks, cheese cubes (or dairy-free alternative), and fresh mint leaves for a textured, decorative finish.
08 - Serve immediately or cover and chill for up to 2 hours before serving to maintain freshness.
