One in a Melon Skewers (Printable)

Juicy watermelon cubes paired with creamy feta and fresh mint on skewers, drizzled 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 oz feta cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes

→ Pantry

04 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
05 - 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
06 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Equipment

07 - 16 bamboo or cocktail skewers

# Step-by-step Directions:

01 - Cut watermelon and feta cheese into uniform 1-inch cubes. Rinse mint leaves and pat dry.
02 - Thread one watermelon cube, one mint leaf, and one feta cube onto each bamboo skewer in sequence. Repeat pattern for desired length.
03 - Arrange assembled skewers on a serving platter in organized rows.
04 - Drizzle extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze over skewers. Season with freshly ground black pepper.
05 - Top with additional fresh mint leaves and serve immediately while chilled.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 15 minutes with zero cooking required
  • Beautiful presentation that looks gourmet but requires minimal effort
  • Perfect balance of sweet watermelon, salty feta, and fresh mint
  • Naturally vegetarian and gluten-free
  • Ideal for summer entertaining and outdoor gatherings
02 -
  • Assemble skewers just before serving to prevent watermelon from releasing too much juice
  • Use quality extra-virgin olive oil for the best flavor impact
  • If making ahead, prep ingredients separately and assemble within 30 minutes of serving
  • For parties, double or triple the recipe—these disappear quickly
  • Serve on a chilled platter to keep everything refreshingly cool
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