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Chili-Lime Watermelon Skewers

Chili-Lime Watermelon Skewers

Snack
Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
10min
Servings
4
Calories
135
Chef's Note

For the best flavor balance, look for a perfectly ripe watermelon that sounds hollow when tapped. The contrast between the sweet watermelon, tangy lime, salty feta, and spicy chili creates a complex flavor profile that's surprisingly sophisticated. For a more adult version, add a splash of silver tequila to the chili-lime glaze before reducing.

Tags
refreshing
fruit
spicy
sweet
vegetarian
gluten-free
summer
quick
no-bake
watermelon
Ingredients

  • 4 cups watermelon

  • 1 medium cucumber

  • 1 cup jicama

  • 1/2 cup feta cheese

  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves

  • 2 whole lime

  • 2 tablespoons honey

  • 1 teaspoon chili powder

  • 1 tablespoon Tajin seasoning

  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

  • 12 6-inch wooden skewers

Instructions
  • 1

    Soak 12 wooden skewers in water for 10 minutes to prevent splintering.

  • 2

    Cut 4 cups of watermelon into 1-inch cubes, removing seeds if necessary.

  • 3

    Peel and dice 1 medium cucumber into 3/4-inch pieces.

  • 4

    Peel and dice 1 cup of jicama into 3/4-inch cubes.

  • 5

    Crumble 1/2 cup of feta cheese and set aside.

  • 6

    Chiffonade 1/4 cup of fresh mint leaves by stacking, rolling, and slicing into thin ribbons.

  • 7

    Zest 1 lime and set zest aside. Juice both limes to yield approximately 1/4 cup of juice.

  • 8

    In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup of lime juice, 2 tablespoons of honey, and 1 teaspoon of chili powder. Heat over medium-low heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until slightly reduced and syrupy. Remove from heat and let cool.

  • 9

    In a separate small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of Tajin seasoning with 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt.

  • 10

    Thread the watermelon, cucumber, and jicama pieces onto the soaked skewers, alternating for visual appeal.

  • 11

    Brush the chili-lime glaze over the skewers, ensuring all sides are coated.

  • 12

    Sprinkle the Tajin-salt mixture evenly over the skewers.

  • 13

    Arrange the skewers on a serving platter, sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and mint ribbons.

  • 14

    Garnish with lime zest and serve immediately or chill for up to 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (per serving)
135
Calories
3g
Protein
25g
Carbs
4g
Fat
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