Watermelon Feta Skewers
Watermelon Feta Skewers are a refreshing and delicious appetizer perfect for summer gatherings. The sweetness of juicy watermelon paired with the creamy saltiness of feta cheese creates a delightful contrast. Easy to prepare, these skewers are visually appealing and can be assembled in just a few minutes.
Equipment
- as needed skewers wooden or metal
- 1 cutting board
- 1 serving platter
Ingredients
- 6 cups watermelon, diced into 1-inch cubes
- 1.5 cups feta cheese, cubed For a more robust flavor, consider marinating in olive oil, herbs, or spices the night before.
- 12 leaves fresh mint
- to taste balsamic glaze For drizzling over the skewers.
- to taste salt and pepper For seasoning before serving.
Instructions
- Begin by preparing your ingredients. Cut the watermelon into 1-inch cubes and the feta cheese into similar-sized cubes.
- Take a skewer and thread one watermelon cube onto it, followed by a feta cube.
- Next, thread a fresh mint leaf onto the skewer. Continue this pattern until the skewer is filled, typically with 2-3 watermelon cubes and 2-3 feta cubes, alternating with mint leaves.
- Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients to create enough skewers for all servings.
- Once all skewers are assembled, arrange them on a serving platter.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the skewers and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- For a more robust flavor, you can marinate the feta cheese in olive oil, herbs, or spices the night before serving.
- These skewers can be assembled a few hours in advance; just cover and refrigerate until you are ready to serve.
Notes
For a more robust flavor, you can marinate the feta cheese in olive oil, herbs, or spices the night before serving.
These skewers can be assembled a few hours in advance; just cover and refrigerate until you are ready to serve.
Consider adding cherry tomatoes or cucumber slices for a variation.