Fresh Watermelon Feta Mint Skewers Easy No Cook Summer Appetizer Recipe
A quick and refreshing no-cook summer appetizer combining sweet watermelon, salty feta, and fresh mint on skewers. Perfect for summer gatherings and easy to prepare in under 15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 20-25 skewers (approx. 6-8 servings) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 8 ounces block feta cheese, crumbled
- 20–25 fresh mint leaves, washed and dried
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- Pinch of freshly cracked black pepper
- 20–25 wooden skewers, 6-inch length
Instructions
- Cut a ripe watermelon into 1-inch cubes, about 4 cups (600g).
- Crumble 8 ounces (225g) of block feta cheese into small, bite-sized pieces using a fork.
- Rinse 20-25 fresh mint leaves under cold water and pat dry gently.
- Optional: Toss watermelon cubes with 2 tablespoons (30ml) extra virgin olive oil and 1 tablespoon (15ml) fresh lime juice in a mixing bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes if time allows.
- Thread the watermelon cube, followed by a mint leaf (fold if large), then a crumble of feta onto each skewer. Repeat if skewers are long enough but keep portions bite-sized.
- Arrange skewers on a serving platter and finish with a pinch of freshly cracked black pepper.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 1 hour before serving.
Notes
Soak wooden skewers in water for 10 minutes if serving chilled for a long time to prevent splintering. Use block feta for better texture and rinse if too salty. Chill skewers for 15-30 minutes before serving for best flavor. Place a paper towel under the serving platter to catch any watermelon drips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approx. 3 skewers
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 5
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