Watermelon and Feta Appetizer
An easy and healthy appetizer that's refreshing and delicious, with the sweetness of watermelon, crunch of cucumber, and briny tang of feta, the sprinkle of Tajin on top makes for a flavorful taste explosion!
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Servings: 8 servings
Equipment
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Feta cheese reduced fat block, cut into 16 1" cubes
- 2 Mini cucumbers cut into 32 thin slices
- 500 grams Watermelon cut into 32 1" cubes, about ¼ of a large watermelon
- 16-32 Mint leaves cut in half if very large
- Tajin to taste
Instructions
- Begin by prepping the watermelon by slicing off the rind and cutting into 32 1" cubes that each weigh about 16 grams. Then slice the cucumbers into 32 very thin slices.500 grams Watermelon, 2 Mini cucumbers
- Prep the feta cheese by cutting the block in half lengthwise, and then carefully cutting into 16 1" cubes. Make sure the cheese isn't frigidly cold, as it may not slice cleanly and may fall apart a bit.8 ounces Feta cheese
- Begin assembling each watermelon feta skewer by placing a mint leaf on the end, then adding a cube of watermelon, a slice of cucumber, and very carefully skewer the block of feta cheese. Slide on one more cucumber slice, one more watermelon cube and finish with a mint leaf. Set on a serving platter. Note that if you have a very large mint leaf, cut it in half and then fold it down so it fits neatly on the watermelon appetizer.16-32 Mint leaves
- Once all 16 skewers are assembled, and right before serving, sprinkle with Tajin. Make sure to do this right before serving, as the salt from the Tajin will make the watermelon and feta "sweat" a bit and the appetizer could become too watery. Leave out a small dish of tajin for people at add more if they wish.Tajin
Notes
Serving size and nutrition estimates are for 2 skewers.
Can be assembled a day in advance and stored in an airtight container till ready to serve. For best results, sprinkle on Tajin seasoning right before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 2skewers | Calories: 83kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.05g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 255mg | Potassium: 102mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 455IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.3mg
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