One in a Melon Platter (Printable)

A refreshing fruit medley of melons and berries paired with a creamy honey lime dip.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit Platter

01 - 2 cups watermelon, balled or cubed
02 - 2 cups cantaloupe, balled or cubed
03 - 2 cups honeydew melon, balled or cubed
04 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
05 - 1 cup blueberries
06 - 1 cup seedless grapes
07 - Fresh mint leaves for garnish

→ Honey Lime Dip

08 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
09 - 2 tablespoons honey
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
11 - 1 teaspoon lime zest
12 - Pinch of salt

# Directions:

01 - Using a melon baller or sharp knife, cut the watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew into bite-sized balls or cubes. Wash and prepare the strawberries, blueberries, and grapes.
02 - Arrange the fruit on a large serving platter in a colorful, decorative pattern. Garnish with fresh mint leaves.
03 - In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, honey, lime juice, lime zest, and a pinch of salt until smooth and creamy.
04 - Transfer the honey lime dip to a small serving bowl and place it in the center or alongside the fruit platter.
05 - Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It looks like you spent hours on it, but honestly, twenty minutes from fridge to table.
  • The dip tastes like a secret—bright, creamy, and just sweet enough to make people ask for the recipe.
  • Works for literally any warm-weather gathering without needing an oven or stove skills.
02 -
  • Don't prep the fruit more than a few hours ahead or the cut surfaces will start to oxidize and look tired—timing is everything with something this fresh.
  • The dip gets watery if you use low-quality yogurt or let it sit too long, so stir it again before serving if it's been sitting in the fridge.
03 -
  • Buy your melon a day or two before you need it so it has time to fully ripen on your counter—that's when the flavor is sweetest.
  • Chill the platter in the fridge for ten minutes before loading it with fruit so the cold lasts longer once everything's assembled.
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