Watermelon Mozzarella Basil Skewers are a refreshing summer appetizer perfect for all the summer parties, potlucks and BBQs!
Originally published on August 27, 2018. Last updated on June 19, 2022.
Watermelon Mozzarella Basil Skewers
Call them Watermelon Kabobs, Fruit and Cheese Skewers or Watermelon Skewers this summer appetizer makes the perfect 4th of July Skewers or easy appetizer for any gathering!
Interested in more summer skewer appetizers? Don’t miss these Salami Cheese Olive Skewers!
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Ingredients for Watermelon Skewers
- long wood skewers
- cubed watermelon
- fresh ciliegine sized mozzarella balls in brine
- fresh basil leaves
- balsamic glaze for drizzling (optional but recommended)
How to make this Watermelon Appetizer
Fewer appetizers are easier than “fruit on sticks“! Start by skewering one mozzarella ball down the skewer leaving a couple inches at the end. Next, fold in half one basil leaf and skewer it down next to the mozzarella.
Then skewer the watermelon, trying to keep it centered so it doesn’t break. Fold in half another basil leaf and add it to the skewer. Add another mozzarella ball to the skewer. Fold in half the third basil leaf and skewer that as well.
Finish up the skewer by adding the second piece of watermelon, carefully as you did with the first. Repeat for each skewer.
Refrigerate until ready to serve. Once ready, or if serving immediately, drizzle with balsamic glaze or a thick balsamic reduction. Serve and enjoy!
*Full ingredient list and instructions listed below in the recipe card.
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Watermelon Mozzarella Basil Skewers
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 12 skewers 1x
- Category: Appetizers & Snacks
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Description
Watermelon Mozzarella Basil Skewers are a refreshing summer appetizer perfect for all the summer parties, potlucks and BBQs!
Ingredients
- 12 Long wood skewers
- 24 pieces of cubed watermelon, make sure each cube is at least an inch square to be big enough to skewer
- 24 fresh ciliegine (the small size) fresh mozzarella balls in brine
- 36 fresh basil leaves
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling (make sure to use a glaze or thick reduction and not balsamic vinegar)
Instructions
- Start by skewering one mozzarella ball down the skewer leaving a couple inches at the end.
- Next, fold in half one basil leaf and skewer it down next to the mozzarella.
- Then skewer the watermelon, trying to keep it centered so it doesn’t break.
- Fold in half another basil leaf and add it to the skewer.
- Add another mozzarella ball to the skewer.
- Fold in half the third basil leaf and skewer that as well.
- Finish up the skewer by adding the second piece of watermelon, carefully as you did with the first.
- Repeat for each skewer.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve. Once ready, or if serving immediately, drizzle with balsamic glaze or a thick balsamic reduction.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
*These are best eaten right away or shortly after making. The watermelon will begin releasing juice the longer it sits.
Keywords: watermelon, skewers, mozzarella, appetizer, kabob, basil,
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