Description
A refreshing, light appetizer featuring sweet watermelon, crisp cucumber, and tangy feta cheese, garnished with fresh mint and lime juice. Perfect for warm weather gatherings or a healthy snack.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
- 1 large cucumber, sliced into ½-inch rounds
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Wash the watermelon and cucumber thoroughly. Cut the watermelon into small cubes and slice the cucumber into ½-inch rounds to create bite-sized pieces for assembling the cups.
- Mix: In a mixing bowl, combine the watermelon cubes, cucumber slices, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped fresh mint leaves. Drizzle the freshly squeezed lime juice over the mixture to enhance and brighten the flavors. Gently toss to evenly distribute all ingredients.
- Assemble: Arrange the cucumber rounds neatly on a serving platter. Spoon the watermelon-feta mixture onto each cucumber slice, creating individual cups that are easy to serve and eat.
- Chill: Cover the platter with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Chilling allows the flavors to meld together and keeps the appetizer refreshing and cool.
- Serve: Remove from the refrigerator shortly before serving. Present these vibrant and flavorful watermelon cucumber feta cups as a perfect starter or snack for guests to enjoy.
Notes
- Use seedless watermelon to avoid any unwanted seeds while eating.
- For an extra touch, drizzle a little honey or balsamic glaze before serving.
- Fresh mint is key for the bright herbal flavor, but basil can be used as an alternative.
- Serve immediately after chilling to maintain cucumber crunchiness.
- Great for summer parties, picnics, or as a healthy snack option.
