Description
These Colorful Fresh Fruit Party Skewers combine juicy melon cubes, creamy feta, and fragrant basil leaves on toothpicks, drizzled with a sweet and tangy balsamic glaze. Perfect for parties or light appetizers, these skewers offer a refreshing and vibrant flavor combo that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Melon
- 24 (1-inch) cubes of melon (watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew)
Cheese
- 1 (8-oz) block feta cheese, cut into 24 cubes
Herbs
- 24 fresh basil leaves
Finishing
- Balsamic glaze, for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Cut the melon into 24 uniform 1-inch cubes and slice the feta cheese block into 24 matching cubes. Rinse and pat dry the fresh basil leaves to ensure they are clean and dry.
- Assemble the Skewers: Take a toothpick and carefully stack one melon cube, followed by a fresh basil leaf, then top with one cube of feta cheese. Repeat this assembly for all 24 skewers.
- Arrange and Serve: Lay the completed skewers neatly on a serving platter. Just before serving, drizzle the skewers lightly with balsamic glaze to add a sweet and tangy finish that complements the fruit and cheese.
Notes
- Use a variety of melons to create a colorful and visually appealing presentation.
- Balsamic glaze can be homemade by reducing balsamic vinegar until syrupy or purchased pre-made.
- This appetizer is best served fresh; assemble just before serving to keep the basil crisp and the melon juicy.
- For a vegan version, substitute feta with a plant-based cheese alternative.
- Feel free to add a sprinkle of cracked black pepper or a drizzle of olive oil for extra flavor.