Cantaloupe Surprise

Wash all fruit thoroughly under cold running water, including the cantaloupe exterior, grapes, and strawberries. Pat dry with paper towels.

Halve the cantaloupe, scoop out and discard the seeds, then cut the flesh into bite-sized cubes or use a melon baller to create uniform spheres. Place the cantaloupe pieces into a large serving bowl.

Hull the strawberries by removing the green tops, then slice them into halves or quarters depending on their size. Add the sliced strawberries to the bowl.

Peel the banana and slice it into even round pieces approximately half an inch thick. Add the banana slices to the bowl immediately to prevent browning.

Remove grapes from their stems, halve them if desired, and add them to the bowl with the other fruits.

Drizzle maple syrup evenly over the fruit mixture, using as much or as little as desired to suit your sweetness preference.

Gently toss all the ingredients together using a large spoon or spatula, being careful not to bruise the softer fruits. Ensure the maple syrup is evenly distributed throughout.

Serve immediately for the freshest flavor, or cover and refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving chilled.