Watermelon Feta Mint Skewers (Printable)

Juicy watermelon, feta, and mint skewers deliver aromatic flavor—ideal for summer gatherings or light appetizers.

# What You 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:

01 - Slice watermelon and feta cheese into uniform 1-inch cubes using a sharp knife.
02 - Thread one cube of watermelon, one mint leaf, and one cube of feta cheese onto each wooden or bamboo skewer.
03 - Arrange the skewers neatly on a serving platter.
04 - Drizzle olive oil and balsamic glaze over the skewers. Sprinkle freshly ground black pepper to finish.
05 - Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 1 hour to chill before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • If you’re looking for a crowd-pleaser that takes almost no effort, these skewers are your secret weapon.
  • The sweet watermelon and creamy feta together make each bite unforgettable—no plate ever comes back full.
02 -
  • If your watermelon isn’t cold, everything gets mushy fast—chill it first or your skewers will wilt in the heat.
  • Switching out mint for basil made me realize how much the right herb changes the mood of the whole bite.
03 -
  • Hold the skewer near both ends when threading; slippery hands make for bent wood and lost bites.
  • A light hand with the balsamic glaze is the secret to elevating without overpowering—drizzle, don’t drown.
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