Watermelon Skewers With Feta, Mint, & Basil
These easy appetizer skewers reimagine watermelon feta salad as a handheld treat. Bright, cool, and refreshing—perfect for any summer gathering!
Equipment
- Skewers
Ingredients
- ½ Medium Watermelon (Preferably Seedless)
- 8 oz Feta
- 1 bunch Fresh Basil leaves only
- 1 bunch Fresh Mint leaves only
- 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 2-3 Limes juiced, depending on how juicy it is
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- If you're using wooden skewers, soak them for 15-20 minutes to prevent splintering. Peel and cube the watermelon in 1-inch pieces. Don't toss the rinds! (See notes) Wash and gently dry the herbs. Cube the feta in 1-inch pieces.½ Medium Watermelon (Preferably Seedless), 8 oz Feta, 1 bunch Fresh Basil, 1 bunch Fresh Mint
- Thread the ingredients onto your skewers in alternating order—watermelon, basil, feta, mint—repeating several times per skewer. Place the assembled skewers on a serving platter.
- Drizzle the olive oil and fresh lime juice evenly over the skewers. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Serve immediately!2 tablespoon Olive Oil, 2-3 Limes, Salt and Pepper
Notes
- Don’t dress too early. Wait to drizzle the olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper until just before serving. If you dress the skewers too soon, the herbs may wilt and the feta can start to break down, making everything a bit soggy.
- The easiest way to cube a watermelon is to first cut it in half lengthwise, then slice each half into thick slabs. Lay the slabs flat and score a grid pattern into the flesh, then run your knife along the rind to release perfect cubes.
- Choose the best watermelon. Look for one that feels heavy for its size with a creamy yellow field spot. A dull, matte rind is better than a shiny one—it usually means it’s ripe. Give it a knock: a deep hollow sound is a good sign!
- Waste not, want not. Don't even think about wasting that watermelon rind or spent lime. Pop them in a pitcher or drink dispenser, top it off with water, pop it in the fridge and BOOM! You just leveled up your hydration game. Watermelon lime water is honestly the best way to stay hydrated, and using scraps makes it no-waste!
- Note for dog parents: I had a friend whose pup nosed through the trash and ate a used wooden skewer, which then punctured her intestine and resulted in a very expensive emergency surgery. Stick to metal skewers if you have doggies!
- Make-Ahead Tip - You can prep and assemble the skewers up to 1 day in advance, but wait to add the olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper until just before serving to keep everything fresh and vibrant. Make sure to keep them covered and away from the coldest parts of the fridge—you don’t want anything to freeze.
- Refrigeration - Store any leftover watermelon feta mint skewers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Avoid stacking them so the feta doesn’t get crushed. If you've already dressed them, the herbs and melon may wilt a bit, but the flavor will still be great.
Nutrition
Calories: 157kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 261mgPotassium: 284mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 1442IUVitamin C: 22mgCalcium: 134mgIron: 1mg
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