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Feta skewers with cucumber and cherry tomatoes arranged on a platter

Classic Feta Skewers with Cucumber

These refreshing feta skewers with cucumber, olives, and mint are a quick and easy appetizer, perfect for a light snack or party.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz feta cheese packed in brine
  • 1 English cucumber
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives pitted
  • ¼ cup fresh mint leaves
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Equipment

  • Small wooden or bamboo skewers
  • Serving platter

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the feta cheese dry and cut into 1-inch cubes. Wash and slice the English cucumber into ½-inch thick rounds, halving larger rounds.
  2. Ensure Kalamata olives are pitted and gently wash and pat dry the fresh mint leaves.
Assembly
  1. Layer ingredients onto small skewers, alternating cucumber, feta, an olive, and a mint leaf. Continue this pattern, leaving space at the ends, aiming for 2-3 pieces of each main ingredient per skewer.
Serving
  1. Arrange the assembled skewers on a platter, drizzle with olive oil, and serve immediately for best freshness and flavor.

Notes

These skewers are best enjoyed fresh. For a variation, add cherry tomatoes or sun-dried tomatoes to the skewers.