Here’s a simple and elegant recipe for Mediterranean Feta, Cucumber & Kalamata Olive Skewers—perfect for appetizers or parties:
Ingredients (makes ~12 skewers)
- 12 small cubes of feta cheese (about 1-inch each)
- 1 medium cucumber, cut into 12 thick slices and then halved or quartered depending on size
- 12 Kalamata olives, pitted
- 12 small fresh basil or mint leaves (optional, for freshness)
- 12 small wooden skewers or toothpicks
- Olive oil, for drizzling
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: lemon zest or a sprinkle of dried oregano
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients:
- Cut feta into cubes.
- Slice cucumber into thick chunks.
- Pit olives if needed.
- Assemble the skewers:
- On each skewer, thread in this order: cucumber, feta cube, olive, and optionally a basil or mint leaf.
- Finish with seasoning:
- Arrange skewers on a serving platter.
- Drizzle lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with black pepper.
- Optional: add a touch of lemon zest or dried oregano for extra Mediterranean flavor.
- Serve:
- Chill briefly if desired, but they’re great served immediately.
✅ Tips:
- Use extra-firm feta so it holds its shape.
- You can swap cucumber with cherry tomatoes or bell pepper for variety.
- For a bite-sized twist, use mini skewers for cocktail parties.
If you want, I can also suggest a balsamic glaze drizzle version that makes them look extra gourmet. Do you want me to do that?
