Checkerboard Appetizer
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....
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
watermelon, cubed1cup
feta cheese, cubed1cup
fresh mint leaves4sprigs
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
46.0kcal (2.3%)
Protein
1.9g (3.7%)
Carbs
4.3g (1.56%)
Sugars
3.6g (7.2%)
Healthy Fat
0.8g
Unhealthy Fat
1.7g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
How to make Checkerboard Appetizer
Preparation
- Step 1
Cut the watermelon and feta cheese into small, even cubes using a knife or a small square cookie cutter for precision.
- Step 2
Arrange the watermelon and feta cubes in a checkerboard pattern on a serving plate.
- Step 3
Garnish with fresh mint leaves for added flavor and presentation.
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
46.0kcal (2.3%)
Protein
1.9g (3.7%)
Carbs
4.3g (1.56%)
Sugars
3.6g (7.2%)
Healthy Fat
0.8g
Unhealthy Fat
1.7g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
Tips & Tricks
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.
FAQS
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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