Watermelon Feta Mint Skewers (Printable Version)

Bright skewers with watermelon, feta, and mint. Ideal for appetizers or light summer snacks.

# 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 Steps:

01 - Slice watermelon and feta cheese into uniform 1-inch cubes for consistent plating.
02 - Thread one watermelon cube, one mint leaf, and one feta cube onto each skewer. Repeat until all skewers are constructed.
03 - Transfer the completed skewers to a serving platter in a visually appealing manner.
04 - Drizzle olive oil and optionally balsamic glaze over the skewers. Sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper.
05 - Offer immediately or chill for up to 1 hour before presentation to maintain freshness.

# Tips for Success:

01 -
  • Your guests will think you spent ages prepping, when it's actually incredibly quick.
  • The mix of flavors is so bright and satisfying, people always ask for seconds.
02 -
  • If you cut the watermelon too far ahead, it will get mushy and bleed onto the feta—prep just before serving for best texture.
  • Using cold ingredients keeps the flavors crisp; a quick chill makes assembly easier and less messy.
03 -
  • Chill the watermelon before cutting for extra firm, juicy cubes.
  • Skewer the mint leaf between watermelon and feta; this keeps its aroma vibrant until the last bite.
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