Summer Watermelon Feta Skewers (Print Version)

Juicy watermelon and creamy feta cubes paired with fresh mint on skewers, drizzled with olive oil.

# 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
06 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Equipment

07 - 16 small wooden skewers or toothpicks

# How to Make:

01 - Thread one cube of watermelon onto each skewer, followed by a mint leaf and a cube of feta cheese.
02 - Repeat assembly process until all 16 skewers are completely assembled.
03 - Arrange assembled skewers on a serving platter in an organized pattern.
04 - Drizzle skewers with extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze.
05 - Sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper immediately before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No cooking required—perfect for hot summer days when you want to keep the kitchen cool
  • Ready in just 15 minutes with minimal prep and assembly
  • Beautiful presentation that looks impressive but requires no special skills
  • Naturally vegetarian and gluten-free, accommodating various dietary preferences
  • The sweet-salty-tangy flavor combination is universally appealing and sophisticated
  • Portable and easy to serve at outdoor gatherings, picnics, and parties
02 -
  • Choose seedless watermelon for easier prep and a more enjoyable eating experience
  • Pat the watermelon cubes gently with paper towels if they're very juicy to prevent excessive liquid on the serving platter
  • Use block-style feta rather than crumbled feta so you can cut neat, uniform cubes
  • If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 10 minutes beforehand to prevent splintering
  • For the most vibrant mint flavor, gently bruise the leaves between your fingers before threading them onto the skewers
  • Drizzle the balsamic glaze in a zigzag pattern across the platter for an elegant presentation
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