Description
Refreshing watermelon feta bites deliver summer’s coolest appetizer with Mediterranean charm. Crisp cucumber, mint, and tangy cheese create perfect one-bite elegance for you to savor and share.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block feta cheese (8 oz/226 g)
- 1 small seedless watermelon
- fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Transform a whole watermelon into precise, uniform cubes using a sharp knife, creating bite-sized morsels.
- Slice feta cheese into compact, symmetrical cubes matching the watermelon’s dimensions.
- Carefully position a feta cube atop each watermelon piece, ensuring balanced presentation.
- Delicately crown each bite with a vibrant, fresh mint leaf for aromatic enhancement.
- Craft the balsamic reduction by simmering vinegar in a saucepan at medium heat (around 180°F), stirring intermittently for 15-20 minutes until liquid thickens into a glossy, concentrated syrup.
- Incorporate optional honey into the reduction for subtle sweetness, adjusting consistency as needed.
- Elegantly drizzle the reduced balsamic across the assembled watermelon and feta bites.
- Elevate flavor profile by sprinkling freshly cracked black pepper and flaky sea salt.
- Serve immediately to maintain optimal temperature and textural integrity, presenting these elegant appetizers at room temperature for maximum taste experience.
Notes
- Chill watermelon beforehand for firmer, cleaner cube cuts that hold their shape perfectly.
- Use fresh mint leaves for maximum aromatic flavor and vibrant green color contrast.
- Select high-quality feta with creamy texture for best taste and smooth mouthfeel.
- Prepare balsamic reduction just before serving to maintain optimal glossy consistency and prevent over-thickening.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 115 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg