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Watermelon, Feta and Beet Appetizer #SundaySupper

May 24, 2015 By takeabiteoutofboca 52 Comments

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Watermelon, Feta and Beet Appetizer #SundaySupper

One food I must have in my fridge at all times during the summer is watermelon. When in season, watermelon is the sweet, juiciest, most refreshing fruit ever and I crave it all the time when the temperatures are soaring. Heading to the beach? There’s a container of sliced watermelon in my bag. Pool time? I’ve got a plate of fresh watermelon coming outside with me. Happy Hour? You can bet I’m ordering the first cocktail I see that uses watermelon liqueur or some kind of house-made watermelon syrup or juice.

You’ve already seen proof of my crazy watermelon obsession when I told you about my trip to the Epicurean Hotel in Tampa. I ordered the watermelon pisco sour at the bar, and our salad had watermelon in it too.

Sorry if I’ve got you all watermeloned-out, but please — just humor me, because I have a super awesome, so simple it doesn’t even need a written out recipe, oh-my-god delicious appetizer for you. Today is all about Red, White and Blue foods for #SundaySupper. We like to have fun with the holiday themes, so in celebration of Memorial Day (tomorrow), we’re going patriotic with our recipes! Thanks so much to today’s host, DB aka Foodie Stuntman of Crazy Foodie Stunts.

These Watermelon, Beet and Feta appetziers are technically red, white and purple, but I think my #SundaySupper crew will let me slide and count the beets as the blue component of my dish.

Watermelon, Feta and Beet Appetizer #SundaySupper

There are no measurement requirements — just slice up as much watermelon, beets and feta as you think you’ll need for your guests. The hardest part is getting the pieces to match in size. You’ll want to make sure you get a block of feta cheese — NOT the crumbled kind in a container. Also, see if you can find already-cut watermelon. They’re usually in a rectangle or square already, which makes it that much easier to slice the same size as your feta. The beets can be tricky since, well, they are definitely not square. I bought a can of quartered beets and just used those, making little slices here and there.

Watermelon, Feta and Beet Appetizer #SundaySupper

In the end, it really doesn’t matter how you put this Watermelon, Beet and Feta appetizer together. All that matters is that all three of these ingredients make it onto one plate together. Oh, and don’t forget the balsamic glaze. That’s the most important part. Use store-bought or make your own if you so choose — just don’t leave it out. Drizzle balsamic glaze over top to bring it all together into one of the tastiest, easiest, and prettiest appetizers you will ever make.

And it’s red, white and purple-ish blue, so it’s 100% appropriate for tomorrow’s Memorial Day festivities. In fact, I think I’ll go whip up a platter right now.

Watermelon, Feta and Beet Appetizer #SundaySupper

Watermelon, Feta and Beet Appetizer
 
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Whip up this super easy Watermelon, Feta and Beet Appetizer all summer long! It's savory, sweet and refreshing — all in one bite!
Author: Shaina
Recipe type: Appetizer
Ingredients
  • Watermelon, sliced into small ½-inch thick squares or rectangles
  • Feta cheese (the kind that comes as a block, not crumbled in a container)
  • Canned quartered beets, cut to mimic the size of the watermelon slices
  • Balsamic Glaze
Instructions
  1. Arrange the watermelon, feta and beets one after the other on a plate, making a pattern.
  2. Drizzle with balsamic glaze.
  3. Serve chilled.
3.3.3070

 

Happy Memorial Day! Let’s see what the rest of our #SundaySupper bloggers have for you today.
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  • Red Velvet Milk Shake by Nosh My Way
  • Strawberry Meringue Tartlets by What Smells So Good?
  • Strawberry Oat Crumble by The Wimpy Vegetarian

White Food

  • Alabama BBQ Sauce by Sew You Think You Can Cook

Blue Food

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  • Blueberry Cheesecake Ice Cream by Cosmopolitan Cornbread
  • Blue Velvet Cupcakes by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks

Food Using Two Colors
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Blue and White Food

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Red, White and Blue Food

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  • Red, White and Blue Sangria by Food Lust People Love
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Comments

  1. Renee says

    May 24, 2015 at 7:15 am

    Oh yea, purple works for blue for this appetizer. Nice combo of flavors and textures in this recipe.

    Reply
  2. Caroline | carolinescooking says

    May 24, 2015 at 8:21 am

    Look tasty! I’ve had a couple salads with watermelon and feta and it’s a delicious combination, I can see the beet being great in the mix too!

    Reply
    • takeabiteoutofboca says

      May 29, 2015 at 1:33 pm

      I love feta with both beets and watermelon, so I knew it would all be tasty together!

      Reply
      • Denise says

        May 30, 2015 at 10:35 pm

        I have never had that combo either although I have had feta with watermelon & feta with beets, like you. I will definitely try this one!

        Reply
        • takeabiteoutofboca says

          June 1, 2015 at 6:48 pm

          We like all the same things, haha, you’ll love it.

          Reply
  3. Stacy says

    May 24, 2015 at 8:33 am

    I’m going to let the blue thing slide but only because I adore beets. And you. What a beautiful fresh appetizer, Shaina!

    Reply
    • takeabiteoutofboca says

      May 29, 2015 at 1:33 pm

      Haha, whew, thanks Stacy 😉

      Reply
  4. Liz says

    May 24, 2015 at 10:29 am

    These could easily be my lunch! LOVE this combo!!

    Reply
    • takeabiteoutofboca says

      May 29, 2015 at 1:33 pm

      It was mine, haha

      Reply
  5. DB, Foodie Stuntman | Crazy Foodie Stunts says

    May 24, 2015 at 1:27 pm

    Yep, I can see why watermelon is so popular during warm weather. If you like the flavor, ever try a watermelon beer? Remind me to send you the link and thanks for participating this week!

    Reply
    • takeabiteoutofboca says

      May 29, 2015 at 1:32 pm

      Oh wow, watermelon BEER?! Definitely send me the link…I have never heard of such a thing!

      Reply
  6. Bobbi from Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen says

    May 24, 2015 at 7:30 pm

    I just planted candy cane beets in my garden 🙂

    Reply
    • takeabiteoutofboca says

      May 29, 2015 at 1:32 pm

      Amazing. I wish I had a garden!

      Reply
  7. Betsy @ Desserts Required says

    May 24, 2015 at 11:02 pm

    I sure hope your watermelon obsession continues throughout the summer! Love this delicious app!

    Reply
    • takeabiteoutofboca says

      May 29, 2015 at 1:32 pm

      Oh, you can be sure that it will! There is watermelon in my fridge as we speak 🙂

      Reply
  8. susan @ the wimpy vegetarian says

    May 25, 2015 at 1:33 am

    What a great idea, Shaina! I love that you included beets!!!!

    Reply
    • takeabiteoutofboca says

      May 29, 2015 at 1:31 pm

      If I could, I’d include beets in EVERYTHING, haha.

      Reply
  9. Christie says

    May 25, 2015 at 11:30 am

    I love the mix of beets and watermelon plus the salty feta. This is going to be one delicious appetizer.

    Reply
    • takeabiteoutofboca says

      May 29, 2015 at 1:31 pm

      It is a perfect blend of flavor.

      Reply
  10. Tammi @Momma's Meals says

    May 25, 2015 at 12:40 pm

    I love watermelon and feta together! Love the appetizer idea even better.

    Reply
    • takeabiteoutofboca says

      May 29, 2015 at 1:30 pm

      Watermelon and feta is SO good together!

      Reply
  11. Sue Lau says

    May 25, 2015 at 7:14 pm

    Looks very good as a simple appetizer!

    Reply
    • takeabiteoutofboca says

      May 29, 2015 at 1:30 pm

      Thanks, Sue, definitely super simple.

      Reply
  12. Kelly @ TastingPage says

    May 25, 2015 at 9:26 pm

    I’ve never put these 3 ingredients together, but now I can’t wait because it looks so delicious and it’s so pretty!

    Reply
    • takeabiteoutofboca says

      May 29, 2015 at 1:30 pm

      Thanks, Kelly!

      Reply
  13. Cindys Recipes and Writings says

    May 25, 2015 at 10:55 pm

    I’m with you on the watermelon! Beets seem like a great choice for these skewers!

    Reply
    • takeabiteoutofboca says

      May 29, 2015 at 1:29 pm

      Thanks, Cindy!

      Reply
  14. Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere says

    May 26, 2015 at 10:37 pm

    I love all three of these things, but I’ve never thought to put them together. These will be happening in our kitchen this summer!

    Reply
    • takeabiteoutofboca says

      May 29, 2015 at 1:29 pm

      The flavors and textures complement one another so well. Hope you like it!

      Reply
  15. Lauren @ Sew You Think You Can Cook says

    May 29, 2015 at 2:27 pm

    What a great combination of flavors – sweet, salty, and savory!

    Reply

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