Watermelon Feta Mint Skewers (Printer View)

Juicy watermelon, creamy feta, and mint leaves combine for a light summer appetizer, ideal for parties or picnics.

# What you'll need:

→ Produce

01 - 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 16 fresh mint leaves, washed and dried

→ Dairy

03 - 8 ounces feta cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes

→ Pantry

04 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
05 - 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (optional)
06 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Other

07 - 16 small wooden or bamboo skewers

# Method:

01 - Slice watermelon and feta cheese into uniform 1-inch cubes to ensure consistent sizing.
02 - Thread one watermelon cube, one mint leaf, and one feta cube onto each wooden or bamboo skewer. Continue this process until all skewers are assembled.
03 - Place the prepared skewers neatly on a serving platter.
04 - Drizzle olive oil and, if desired, balsamic glaze over the skewers. Sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper.
05 - Present immediately or refrigerate assembled skewers for up to 1 hour before serving for optimal freshness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're the quickest way to impress guests without breaking a sweat.
  • The refreshing mix of flavors delivers a burst of coolness that makes summer taste brighter.
02 -
  • Don't cut watermelon too far ahead or it releases too much juice and gets mushy.
  • Mint leaves are surprisingly slippery, so thread them carefully—fold them if they're wide.
03 -
  • Threading the mint leaf between the watermelon and feta prevents it from drying out.
  • A light sprinkle of sea salt can lift the whole dish—don't overdo since feta is salty.
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