Watermelon Feta Mint Skewers (Printable)

Juicy watermelon, creamy feta, and fresh mint on skewers with olive oil and balsamic glaze.

# What you'll need:

→ Produce

01 - 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 16 fresh mint leaves, plus extra for garnish

→ Cheese

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

→ Equipment

07 - 16 bamboo or cocktail skewers

# Method:

01 - Cut the watermelon and feta cheese into uniform 1-inch cubes. Rinse the mint leaves and pat dry with paper towels.
02 - Thread one watermelon cube, one mint leaf, and one feta cube onto each skewer in that order. Repeat the pattern if using longer skewers for additional layers.
03 - Place all assembled skewers on a clean serving platter, arranging them in an aesthetically pleasing pattern.
04 - Drizzle the skewers evenly with extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze if desired. Sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
05 - Top with additional fresh mint leaves for color and aroma. Serve immediately while ingredients remain chilled.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in 15 minutes: No cooking, no stress, just fresh ingredients and your hands doing the work.
  • The flavor contrast is addictive: Sweet watermelon, salty feta, and cool mint create a taste combination that just works.
  • Naturally gluten-free and vegetarian: These skewers fit into almost any diet without feeling like a compromise.
  • They look effortlessly elegant: Simple to assemble but impressive enough to set down in front of guests with confidence.
02 -
  • Assemble these as late as possible: Once the watermelon cube starts releasing its juice, it softens the feta and makes everything slip around; I learned this the hard way at a potluck where my skewers fell apart mid-bite.
  • The mint leaf is structural, not just flavor: It acts as a cushion between the watermelon and feta, keeping them from sliding past each other on the skewer—this was a game-changer I discovered by accident.
03 -
  • Choose a watermelon by weight and sound: A ripe one feels heavy in your hands and makes a hollow thump when you tap it—this guarantees juiciness and sweetness.
  • Cut your pieces the night before: Prep your watermelon and feta in advance and store them separately in the fridge; assembly itself only takes a few minutes when you're ready.
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