Watermelon & feta bites
Cool, refreshing and easy to prepare ahead of time, these bites from local entertaining expert Carrie Hirsch make the perfect addition to any summer cookout.
Ingredients
Ingredients (base)
- 72 watermelon pieces cut into 1-inch squares, 1/2-inch thick
- 8- ounce package feta cheese cut into 1-inch squares, 1/2-inch thick
- 1/2- ounce package mint leaves stems removed and finely minced
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
Ingredients (garnish)
- Honey for drizzling
- 6 mint leaves finely chopped
Instructions
- To make the pesto, combine honey, lemon juice and lemon zest in a small bowl, and mix until well incorporated.
- Arrange 36 watermelon squares on a serving platter. Place a small dollop of pesto on each watermelon square, then top each with a feta square. Add another small dollop of pesto on top of the feta, then finish with the remaining watermelon squares. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Just before serving, drizzle with honey, sprinkle with chopped mint, and spear each stack with a toothpick.
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