Outrigger Canoe for Luau

Outrigger Canoe for Luau

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Have Made It

This festive carving is perfect for your next luau because it serves as both decor and a serving bowl!

Materials

Supplies

1 long or oblong watermelon
Pineapple chunks and coconut for salad filling

Tools

Chef's knife
Paring knife
Wooden spoon for serving/canoe paddle
Dry erase marker

Instructions

Wash and cut ¼" off of the bottom of the watermelon with your chef's knife.
Use a dry erase marker draw the boat edge along the watermelon, using about 1/3 of the melon. With a paring knife, trim and cut away along your pattern.
Scoop out the flesh with a large spoon and set aside to dice for fruit salad.
Using the top of the watermelon that was removed, cut pieces for the float and the bars. Place float next to the boat (as seen in the picture) and connect with the bars.
Fill with fruit salad of watermelon chunks, pineapple chunks and coconut.