Feed Your Craving for One Last Taste of Summer with these Watermelon-Feta Cups

Chow on 09.15.11
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Photos: Adam and Joanne Gallagher

Summer may be coming to an end, but that doesn’t mean we won’t see a few more hot days! These easy watermelon cups will go fast at your next outdoor party or barbecue. They're sweet, salty, crisp and refreshing!

Just cut a seedless watermelon into cubes, big or small – it's your choice! Then, use a melon baller or even a small spoon to scoop out the middle.

melon balling

Make the filling by tossing together cucumber, feta cheese, mint and a tablespoon or so of olive oil. Then, fill those cups!

watermelon stuffing mixture

Make sure you serve these nice and cold, then watch them disappear.

Watermelon Cups with Cucumber, Feta and Mint
Recipe by Adam and Joanne Gallagher for Steamy Kitchen
See more of Adam & Joanne's recipes on their own blog, Inspired Taste

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 30 watermelon cups

Ingredients
1 whole seedless watermelon, rind removed, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 whole hothouse, seedless or English cucumber, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
handful whole mint leaves, finely chopped
12 ounces feta cheese, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Directions
Using melon baller or small spoon, scoop out the middle of each watermelon cube.
Toss the cucumber, mint, feta cheese and olive oil in a large bowl.
Fill each watermelon cube with mixture, and serve cold.

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