One in a Melon Skewers (Printable Version)

Refreshing skewers of watermelon, feta, and mint, perfect for easy summer entertaining.

# What You 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, optional
06 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Equipment

07 - 16 bamboo or cocktail skewers

# How-To Steps:

01 - Cut watermelon and feta cheese into uniform 1-inch cubes. Rinse mint leaves thoroughly under cold water and pat dry.
02 - Thread one watermelon cube, one mint leaf, and one feta cube onto each skewer in alternating sequence. Repeat pattern for extended skewers if desired.
03 - Arrange assembled skewers on a serving platter in a visually appealing presentation.
04 - Drizzle olive oil evenly over all skewers. Add balsamic glaze if desired. Season generously with freshly ground black pepper.
05 - Top with additional fresh mint leaves and serve immediately while components remain chilled.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They take 15 minutes flat, which means you can actually enjoy your guests instead of being stuck in the kitchen.
  • The sweet-salty-creamy combination feels indulgent but tastes light and refreshing on a hot day.
  • They're the kind of appetizer that makes you look effortlessly put-together, even when you're not.
02 -
  • Don't assemble these more than 30 minutes before serving, or the watermelon releases water and the whole skewer becomes a soggy disappointment—I learned this the hard way at a failed dinner party.
  • The feta matters more than you think; cheap, crumbly feta will fall apart, but a good quality block stays together and tastes creamy in a way that transforms the entire bite.
03 -
  • If your knife is dull, the watermelon will squish instead of cut cleanly, so sharpen it first and use a light sawing motion instead of pressing down hard.
  • The balsamic glaze matters more than you'd expect—it bridges the gap between sweet and savory and makes everything taste more intentional and complete.
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