Dragon Shaped Fruit Display (Printable Version)

A vibrant dragon fruit display combining fresh melons, berries, and grapes for a striking centerpiece.

# Ingredient List:

→ Main Fruits

01 - 1 large watermelon for dragon's body and head
02 - 1 cantaloupe melon for scales and accents
03 - 1 honeydew melon for scales and accents
04 - 2 kiwifruits for scales and details
05 - 1 cup red grapes for scales and decorative features
06 - 1 cup green grapes for scales
07 - 1 cup blueberries for eyes and accents
08 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved for spikes and accents

→ Decorative and Detailing Items

09 - 2 large blackberries or blueberries for dragon's eyes
10 - 1 slice pineapple for wings or flames, optional
11 - Mint leaves for added greenery
12 - 2 thin carrot sticks for dragon's horns or whiskers, optional

→ Optional Garnishes

13 - Edible flowers
14 - Toothpicks or cocktail sticks to secure fruit pieces

# How to Make:

01 - Wash all fruits thoroughly. Peel melons and cut into half-moon slices for scales. Slice kiwifruits and strawberries. Cut watermelon into one large oval for the body and a smaller oval for the head.
02 - Place the watermelon ovals on a large serving tray to form the dragon's body and head, gently curving them to create a serpentine shape.
03 - Layer cantaloupe, honeydew melon slices, grapes, and kiwifruit slices along the dragon's body to resemble scales, overlapping pieces for a vibrant effect.
04 - Use blackberries or large blueberries to form eyes; secure with toothpicks if necessary. Add blueberries or grapes for nostrils and other facial details.
05 - Decorate with pineapple slices, carrot sticks, or strawberries to represent spikes, horns, or flames as desired. Incorporate mint leaves for added greenery.
06 - Fill any gaps with additional grapes, berries, or edible flowers to enhance visual appeal.
07 - Refrigerate until serving. Present with toothpicks or small forks for easy picking.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • One pot meal
  • Freezer friendly
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  • For best presentation assemble close to serving time to keep fruits fresh
  • Get creative with fruit selection and arrangement to match your theme or color palette
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