Watermelon Feta Mint Skewers (Print Version)

Fresh watermelon, feta, and mint unite for vibrant skewers—perfect for gatherings or a Mediterranean-inspired snack.

# 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 oz 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

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Using a sharp knife, cut the seedless watermelon and feta cheese into uniform 1-inch cubes.
02 - Thread one watermelon cube, one mint leaf, and one feta cube onto each skewer. Repeat until all skewers are assembled.
03 - Neatly arrange the assembled skewers on a serving platter.
04 - Drizzle extra virgin olive oil and, if desired, balsamic glaze over the skewers. Sprinkle lightly with freshly ground black pepper.
05 - Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for up to 1 hour before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • These skewers are a secret weapon for last-minute gatherings—no cooking required and always a crowd-pleaser.
  • The juicy watermelon, salty feta, and fragrant mint make each bite taste like summer in one mouthful.
02 -
  • If you cut the watermelon too big, the skewers become wobbly and everything slips off—aim for even cubes!
  • Letting the feta come up to room temperature before cutting makes it less likely to crack or crumble apart.
03 -
  • Choose block feta over the pre-crumbled kind—it makes a true difference in appearance and texture.
  • Rotating the skewers into the melon gently rather than forcing them makes assembly quick and keeps everything intact.
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