Juicy watermelon and feta skewers with mint—bright, easy bite-sized summer hors d'oeuvres, ready in 15 minutes.
# Components:
→ Produce
01 - 3 cups seedless watermelon, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 24 fresh mint leaves
→ Dairy
03 - 6 oz block feta cheese, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
→ Extras
04 - 1 to 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (optional)
05 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste (optional)
06 - Balsamic glaze, for drizzling (optional)
# Method:
01 - Assemble ingredients and required tools on a clean work surface; ensure watermelon and feta are chilled.
02 - Pat watermelon and feta cubes gently with paper towels to remove surface moisture; this prevents sogginess and helps the components adhere.
03 - Place a watermelon cube on the work surface, top with a mint leaf, then place a feta cube on top to form a neat stack.
04 - Insert a toothpick through the center of each stack to secure the layers, leaving enough toothpick exposed to act as a handle.
05 - Transfer the assembled bites to a serving platter, spacing them evenly for an attractive presentation.
06 - If using, drizzle each bite lightly with 1 to 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil or a few drops of balsamic glaze and finish with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
07 - Serve the bites immediately to preserve the watermelon’s texture and the feta’s creaminess.
