Watermelon Feta Mint Skewers (Print version)

Juicy watermelon, feta, and fresh mint combine for a cooling snack perfect for warm days and easy entertaining.

# 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

# How to Make:

01 - Cut the watermelon and feta cheese into uniform 1-inch cubes using a sharp knife and cutting board.
02 - Thread one watermelon cube, one mint leaf, and one feta cube onto each wooden or bamboo skewer. Repeat until all skewers are assembled.
03 - Place the assembled skewers neatly on a serving platter.
04 - Drizzle the olive oil and, if desired, the balsamic glaze over the skewers. Top with freshly ground black pepper.
05 - Serve immediately for optimal freshness or refrigerate for up to 1 hour prior to serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • These skewers are lightning fast to assemble—great for when guests arrive early and you need something pretty and refreshing.
  • The flavors mingle beautifully, making each bite juicy, creamy, and uplifting instead of just another ordinary snack.
02 -
  • Once I tried using pre-cut watermelon and regretted it—the cubes were soggy and bland; fresh really matters here.
  • Chilling the skewers for more than an hour dulls the mint and makes the feta a bit rubbery, so don't make them too far ahead.
03 -
  • Score watermelon in a grid before cutting to get uniform cubes fast.
  • A sprinkle of lemon zest amps up freshness, but use it sparingly or it quickly overpowers.
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