Watermelon Feta Bites Appetizer (Printable)

Colorful bites of watermelon and feta topped with mint.

# What You'll Need:

→ Produce

01 - 3 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 24 fresh mint leaves

→ Dairy

03 - 6 oz block feta cheese, cut into 3/4-inch cubes

→ Extras

04 - 1–2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (optional)
05 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste (optional)
06 - Balsamic glaze, for drizzling (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Arrange all ingredients and tools on a clean surface.
02 - Pat the watermelon and feta cubes dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
03 - Lay out a watermelon cube, top with a mint leaf, and then a feta cube.
04 - Secure each stack with a toothpick.
05 - Arrange the bites on a serving platter.
06 - (Optional) Drizzle lightly with extra virgin olive oil and/or balsamic glaze. Season with freshly ground black pepper if desired.
07 - Serve immediately for best freshness.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • This appetizer is a breeze to make, so even casual cooks can impress guests.
  • It’s the perfect harmony of sweet and salty that has everyone coming back for more.
02 -
  • Be sure to choose a ripe watermelon for the sweetest flavor—look for one that's heavy for its size.
  • If you opt for the balsamic glaze, a little goes a long way in enhancing the sweet and savory balance.
03 -
  • Using a sharp knife when cutting the watermelon and feta minimizes mess and keeps the cubes looking neat.
  • To avoid the watermelon releasing too much juice, serve the bites immediately after assembling.
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