Description
Watermelon-Feta Skewers are the ultimate summer appetizer, balancing sweet and savory flavors in a refreshing bite. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or simply as a light snack, these skewers are quick and easy to prepare, requiring minimal ingredients. The juicy watermelon pairs perfectly with creamy feta cheese and fresh mint, creating an eye-catching dish that will impress your guests without keeping you in the kitchen for long. Drizzled with balsamic glaze and seasoned to taste, these colorful bites are both nutritious and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 baby watermelon
- 1/2 lb. feta cheese
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1/4 cup balsamic drizzle
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Skewers
Instructions
- Slice the top and bottom off the watermelon to stabilize it on the cutting board. Carefully remove the rind.
- Cut the watermelon and feta into uniform bite-sized cubes.
- Thread alternating cubes of watermelon and feta onto skewers.
- Roll mint leaves tightly and cut into thin ribbons for garnish.
- Arrange skewers on a platter, season with salt and pepper, drizzle with balsamic glaze, and sprinkle with mint ribbons before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (approximately 80g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg