Watermelon Feta Salad Skewers (The Viral 4th of July Side You Haven’t Tried Yet)

If you want to bring something different to the BBQ that doesn’t involve an oven, a cooler full of mayo, or 42 ingredients—this is it.

🍉 The Side Dish That’ll Upstage Your Burgers

.These Watermelon Feta Salad Skewers are sweet, salty, juicy, creamy, and freakishly photogenic.

I made them on a whim last 4th of July while frantically trying to avoid my oven.

Guests devoured them in minutes. Someone called me “gourmet.” I did nothing but cube a melon and thread things on a stick.

🎇 Why These Skewers Are a July 4th Favorite

✅ Zero cooking required

✅ Only 10 minutes prep

✅ Can be made ahead & served cold

✅ Looks fancy, tastes even better

✅ Easy to hold at a cookout

✅ Perfect blend of sweet + salty + minty

✅ Instant Pinterest & TikTok content

🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need

• 2 cups watermelon Cut into 1-inch cubes
• 6oz feta cheese Block preferred over crumbles
• Fresh mint leaves Small whole leaves work best
• Balsamic glaze For that chef’s kiss drizzle
• Skewers or toothpicks Mini cocktail skewers recommended
• Optional: cucumber, blueberries Extra festive or crunchy twist

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🍢 How to Make Watermelon Feta Salad Skewers

• Step 1: Cube Everything
• Cut your watermelon and feta into similar-sized 1-inch cubes. Pat feta dry if it’s too wet.
• Step 2: Assemble the Skewers
• Thread 1 cube of watermelon, 1 mint leaf, and 1 cube of feta onto each skewer. Repeat.
• Step 3: Plate and Drizzle
• Arrange on a platter and drizzle with balsamic glaze just before serving.
• Step 4: Chill or Serve
• Serve immediately or chill for up to 2 hours in the fridge. Best served cold!

Watermelon Feta Salad Skewers (The Viral 4th of July Side You Haven’t Tried Yet)

Recipe by 30minutebites01@gmail.comCourse: 30-Minute Meals, Breakfast u0026amp; Brunch, Budget-Friendly Recipes, Healthy u0026amp; Light, Kid-Friendly, Starters u0026amp; Snacks

Servings

4 -5

servings

Prep time

30

minutes

Cooking time

40

minutes

Calorieskcal

Ingredients

• – 2 cups watermelon, cubed

• – 6 oz block feta, cubed

• – Fresh mint leaves

• – Balsamic glaze, for drizzling

• – 12 small skewers or toothpicks

Directions

• Cut watermelon and feta into bite-sized cubes.
• Thread watermelon, mint, and feta onto each skewer.
• Arrange skewers on a platter.
• Drizzle with balsamic glaze right before serving.
• Chill or serve immediately.
• Optional: Add cucumber or blueberries for crunch or color.

🧠 Pro Tips

• Use block feta for clean cubes and less mess
• Don’t overstack—too many ingredients make them fall apart
• Add blueberries to make them red, white, and blue for 4th of July!Want more crunch? Add cucumber slices between layers

💬 Reader Reviews

> ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“These were gone in 10 minutes. I made 40 skewers and someone asked if I catered.” – Vanessa G

.> ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“My 8-year-old helped make them! She calls them ‘fancy fruit pops.’” – Amanda B.

> ⭐⭐⭐⭐“I wish I had tripled the glaze. That combo is fire.” – Jake P.

❓FAQ: Watermelon Feta Skewers

• Can I make these ahead of time?Yes, but hold off on the balsamic drizzle until just before serving.
• What kind of feta should I use?Use a firm block of feta, not the crumbled kind. It holds its shape best on skewers.
• Can I make this vegan?Swap feta for vegan feta cubes (several brands now available) or firm tofu.
• Will they hold up outside?Yes, for about 1–2 hours on a shaded table. But chill them beforehand!

🇺🇸 Perfect for 4th of July Parties

• Pair these with:
• Grilled corn ribs 🌽
• Sparkling blueberry lemonade 🫐
• Red, white, and blue fruit salad 🍓🫐🍌
• Or our Frozen Firecracker Cheesecake Bites for dessert!These skewers are handheld, colorful, and patriotically perfect.

📲 How to Make These Go Viral

TikTok and Pinterest LOVE this recipe because:It’s aesthetic AF

The color contrast is 🔥

It’s the perfect loopable recipe video

🎥 Viral Tips:

Film in natural light with a white background

Use a balsamic glaze drizzle close-up

Add trending audio + slow-mo toothpick stack

Call them “Red, White & Chew” (trust me)

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🔞 Funny Disclaimer

Warning: These skewers may lead to side dish fame and unsolicited recipe requests. Proceed deliciously.