Summer Watermelon Feta Skewers (Print Version)

Juicy watermelon cubes paired with creamy feta and fresh mint make a colorful, fresh summer bite.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Fresh Produce

01 - 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 16 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

→ Assembly

07 - 16 small wooden skewers or toothpicks

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Cut seedless watermelon into 1-inch cubes and feta cheese into matching 1-inch cubes. Ensure all components are evenly sized for balanced assembly.
02 - Thread one watermelon cube onto a wooden skewer, followed by a fresh mint leaf and one feta cheese cube in sequence.
03 - Repeat the threading pattern with remaining components until all 16 skewers are assembled with watermelon, mint, and feta.
04 - Transfer assembled skewers to a serving platter, arranging them in an organized and visually appealing display.
05 - Drizzle skewers lightly with extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze if desired. Sprinkle freshly ground black pepper immediately before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They come together in 15 minutes with zero cooking, which means you stay cool while everyone else is sweating over the stove.
  • The contrast of juicy watermelon, creamy feta, and bright mint creates a flavor combination that tastes more sophisticated than it has any right to be.
  • These are naturally gluten-free and vegetarian, so you're not scrambling to figure out what to serve your friend with dietary restrictions.
02 -
  • Don't assemble these more than a few hours ahead—the watermelon releases water, and your skewers will weep into the platter by evening.
  • If your feta is crumbly rather than solid, try freezing it for an hour before cutting; cold, firm cheese threads onto skewers far more gracefully than room-temperature crumbles.
03 -
  • Chill your serving platter in the freezer for 15 minutes before arranging the skewers; the cold surface keeps everything crisp longer during hot weather gatherings.
  • If you're serving wine, these pair beautifully with something cold and crisp like a rosé or white wine—the acidity cuts through the richness of the feta perfectly.
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