Watermelon Cucumber Skewers with Feta, Hot Honey & Crispy Shallots

Watermelon Cucumber Skewers with Feta, Hot Honey & Crispy Shallots

Ingredients

For the Skewers:

* 2 cups watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes

* 1 large cucumber, sliced into thick half-moons

* 6 oz feta cheese, cut into cubes

* 1 tbsp olive oil

* 1/4 tsp sea salt

* 1/4 tsp black pepper

For the Hot Honey:

* 1/4 cup honey

* 1 tsp red pepper flakes

* 1 tsp apple cider vinegar

For the Crispy Shallots:

* 2 shallots, thinly sliced

* 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

* 1/4 tsp salt

* 1/2 cup vegetable oil (for frying)

For Garnish (optional):

* Fresh mint leaves

* Extra drizzle of honey

Directions

1. Heat vegetable oil in a small pan over medium heat.

2. Toss sliced shallots with flour and salt.

3. Fry shallots in batches until golden and crispy, then drain on paper towels.

4. In a small saucepan, warm honey and red pepper flakes for 2–3 minutes, then stir in apple cider vinegar.

5. Thread watermelon, cucumber, and feta onto skewers, alternating layers.

6. Lightly brush skewers with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

7. Drizzle hot honey over the skewers.

8. Top with crispy shallots.

9. Garnish with fresh mint leaves.

10. Serve immediately while fresh and chilled.

Nutritional Info (per serving, serves 6)

Calories: 230

Protein: 7 g

Carbohydrates: 18 g

Fat: 14 g

Fiber: 1 g

Sugar: 14 g

Sodium: 300 mg

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