This easy summer snack is the perfect mix of healthy, quick, and tasty. I used watermelon, feta, and fresh mint, but you can switch it up with your favorite combinations. It's refreshing, pretty, and takes just about 5 minutes to prepare. Perfect for a summer party, BBQ, or girls' night. A small square cookie cutter is a great hack to ensure everything comes out in the perfect shape and size.
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Cut the watermelon and feta cheese into small, even cubes using a knife or a small square cookie cutter for precision.
Arrange the watermelon and feta cubes in a checkerboard pattern on a serving plate.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves for added flavor and presentation.
Use a small square cookie cutter to ensure all pieces are uniform in size and shape.
Experiment with other flavor combinations like feta and olives, blueberry and brie, cucumber and tomato, or peach and burrata.
Serve immediately to keep the watermelon fresh and juicy.
Can I prepare this appetizer in advance?
It's best to prepare this appetizer just before serving to keep the watermelon fresh and the feta cheese from drying out.
What other flavor combinations can I try?
You can try combinations like feta and olives, blueberry and brie, cucumber and tomato, peach and burrata, avocado and radish, or mozzarella and tomato.
How do I ensure the cubes are uniform in size?
Use a small square cookie cutter to cut the watermelon and feta into even cubes.
Can I use other types of cheese?
Yes, you can substitute feta with brie, burrata, mozzarella, or any cheese that pairs well with your chosen fruit or vegetable.
Is this recipe suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, this recipe is vegetarian as it uses feta cheese and no meat products.
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