Fresh Star-Shaped Watermelon Bites with Feta and Mint
A quick and easy party snack featuring juicy watermelon cut into star shapes, topped with creamy feta and fresh mint for a refreshing and flavorful bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch thick slices
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Slice the seedless watermelon into 1-inch thick slabs.
- Using a star-shaped cookie cutter, press firmly into the watermelon slabs to create star shapes. Re-roll scraps to cut out more stars.
- In a medium bowl, crumble the feta cheese finely. Add the chopped fresh mint and fresh lime juice. Gently toss to combine.
- Arrange the watermelon stars on a serving platter. Spoon a small dollop of the feta-mint mixture onto each star.
- Lightly drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the bites and sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours, covered loosely with plastic wrap.
Notes
Pat watermelon stars dry with paper towels before assembling to prevent sogginess. Assemble just before serving for best freshness. Substitute feta with vegan cheese or marinated tofu for dairy-free option. Mint can be swapped with basil or thyme. Add a pinch of cayenne or chili honey for a spicy twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 3-4
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 3
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 7
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 2
Keywords: watermelon bites, feta, mint, party snack, summer snack, easy appetizer, star-shaped watermelon, refreshing snack