Watermelon Feta Skewers Mint (View Print Version)

Juicy watermelon and creamy feta cubes with fresh mint, drizzled with olive oil on skewers for a light summer bite.

# What You'll Need:

→ Produce

01 - 3 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 12 large fresh mint leaves

→ Dairy

03 - 8 oz 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

# Method:

01 - Cut watermelon and feta cheese into evenly sized 1-inch cubes for consistent assembly.
02 - Thread one watermelon cube, one mint leaf folded if necessary, and one feta cube onto each skewer. Repeat until all 12 skewers are filled.
03 - Place finished skewers on a serving platter in an appealing arrangement.
04 - Drizzle skewers with olive oil and optional balsamic glaze. Finish with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
05 - Serve immediately or chill for 10 minutes for enhanced refreshment before service.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They come together in 15 minutes with no cooking required, so you can make them while everyone's still arriving.
  • The sweet-salty-herbal balance hits a craving you didn't know you had until the first bite.
  • They're naturally vegetarian, gluten-free, and impressive enough that guests think you spent hours planning.
02 -
  • If you assemble these more than 20 minutes ahead, the watermelon juice will start weeping and make everything soggy—timing is everything with this one.
  • Toast your skewers under the broiler for just 30 seconds if you want the feta to soften slightly and get a little caramelized around the edges, but honestly the cold version is often better.
03 -
  • Buy your watermelon and feta the day before so you can chill them separately—cold components make a difference in how refreshing this tastes.
  • If you're making these for a crowd, assemble the components ahead but thread the skewers just before serving, then dress them right at the table so they stay fresh and the oil doesn't separate.
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