# What you'll need:
→ Main Fruits
01 - 1 large watermelon (for dragon's body and head)
02 - 1 cantaloupe (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)
# Preparation steps:
01 - Wash all fruits thoroughly. Peel and slice cantaloupe and honeydew into half-moon shapes for scales. Slice kiwifruits and strawberries. Cut watermelon into one large oval for the body and a smaller oval for the head.
02 - On a large serving tray, place the watermelon ovals to form the dragon's body and head, curving gently to create a serpentine shape.
03 - Layer cantaloupe, honeydew slices, grapes, and kiwifruit slices along the watermelon body, overlapping to simulate scales with vibrant colors.
04 - Use blackberries or large blueberries to form the eyes, securing with toothpicks if necessary. Add blueberries or grapes for nostrils and additional facial details.
05 - Incorporate pineapple slices, carrot sticks, and strawberries as spikes, horns, or flames. Add mint leaves to provide leafy accents.
06 - Fill remaining spaces with extra grapes, berries, or edible flowers for balance and visual appeal. Chill until ready to serve.
07 - Present with toothpicks or small forks for easy serving.
