# What you'll need:
→ 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 shark eyes)
11 - 2 slices mini marshmallow or banana (for shark eyes whites)
12 - Fresh mint leaves
# Method:
01 - Using a large sharp knife, slice a thin piece off the watermelon base to ensure it sits flat and stable.
02 - Cut a wedge from one end of the watermelon to form the open mouth of the shark. Scoop out the flesh with a melon baller and reserve the balls for decoration.
03 - Carve triangular teeth along the edge of the shark's mouth using a paring knife for detail.
04 - Attach the eyes above the mouth by stacking a mini marshmallow or banana slice with a black grape or blueberry using toothpicks for stability.
05 - Place the reserved watermelon balls spilling from the shark’s mouth onto a large serving platter.
06 - Arrange strawberries, blueberries, green grapes, pineapple chunks, kiwi slices, and orange segments around the shark in colorful waves.
07 - Fill spaces with pretzel sticks, cheese cubes, and fresh mint leaves to enhance texture and appearance.
08 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving to maintain freshness.
