Can’t figure out what to serve at this year’s holiday dinner? We’re here to help! We’ve put together a delicious four-course holiday dinner with hints of watermelon that is sure to impress and delight even the toughest critics.

Holiday Happy Hour

Help guests warm up from the cold winter air with a delectable drink. Made with watermelon juice and peppermint liquor, this Watermelon Candy Cane Cocktail is perfect for getting friends and family in the holiday spirit(s)!

Mix It Up!

Two red cocktails in a martini glasses with candy canes

Snack on Charcuterie 

There’s something for everyone with a fit-to-share charcuterie board. We like to balance salty meat and cheese with plenty of fun fruity sides! Customize to the occasion with your favorite snacks, but don’t forget the watermelon. 


Festive tip: Use holiday cookie cutters to create pretty watermelon cutouts for your board!

 See How!

Watermelon Charcuterie Board with Pickles

Start with Scrumptious Salad

While your main course is cooking, let’s start dinner with a tasty salad. This Fresh Mozzarella Watermelon Salad is quick to put together with just a few ingredients tossed in a simple dressing.

 Make Your Own!

Fresh Mozzarella Salad
Fresh Mozzarella Salad
A Main Course for the Masses

Cooking for a crowd can be tricky, so finding an easy entree recipe that you can make in bulk is key. These pork chops with watermelon cranberry compote glaze is a flavorful recipe that can be easily halved, doubled or tripled depending on your party size. Spread out your prep by making the compote glaze ahead of time, allowing pork chops to marinate overnight.

Get the Directions!

Pork chops with watermelon and cranberry glaze on a serving platter.

Time For Dessert 

There’s nothing better to finish off a savory meal and wow your guests than homemade cheesecake. Topped with watermelon-blueberry sauce, this dessert is satisfying in both taste and aesthetics (plus a great alternative when everyone’s had enough holiday cookies!).

Bake it!

Watermelon and Blueberry Cheesecake

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