Description
A refreshing and spicy-sweet appetizer featuring juicy watermelon cubes topped with creamy feta, a drizzle of hot honey, and fresh mint leaves. Perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or to taste)
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced
- Flaky sea salt to taste
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine honey and red pepper flakes. Warm over low heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the honey is thin and infused with spice. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Arrange the watermelon cubes on a serving platter in a single layer.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta evenly over the watermelon.
- Drizzle the hot honey over the feta and watermelon.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves and a pinch of flaky sea salt.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor contrast.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste. For a milder version, reduce the red pepper flakes to 1/2 teaspoon. For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Method: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American