How do I best store these watermelon bites?

Store the watermelon bites for a maximum of 1 day, covered, in the refrigerator. They are best when freshly prepared.

Which anchovies should I use for this appetizer?

Cantabrian anchovies in oil are ideal with this aperitif snack thanks to their soft texture and refined taste.

Can I make this appetizer ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare this aperitif snack several hours in advance. Keep it chilled and finish with the mint just before serving.

Can I substitute the anchovies?

Yes, for a vegetarian version you can use roasted pine nuts or extra feta.

Why does this combination of watermelon and feta work so well?

The sweet watermelon, salty feta, umami-rich anchovies, and fresh mint combine to create a perfectly balanced summer snack.

Watermelon Bites with Feta & Anchovies

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10min

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Easy

The most beautiful, tastiest, and quickest snacks you need this summer? They're right here. As soon as watermelon season begins, I know one combination is guaranteed to be on the table: watermelon and feta. Fresh, juicy, salty, and irresistibly summery. But add some top-quality anchovies, and you immediately elevate this simple snack to a higher level.

The sweet watermelon, creamy feta, and salty anchovies together form a perfect flavour bomb. Finish with fresh mint and serve on your prettiest platter. You don't need anything more to impress your guests during a summer apéro, barbecue or garden party.

Do you also love this combo? Great, because I have the perfect recipes for you: Watermelon salad with feta & Watermelon aperitif glasses.

Ingredients

What do you need?

Quantity: 4P

¼ watermelon
200g feta
8 to 12 Cantabrian anchovy fillets in olive oil
A few fresh mint leaves

Make it veggie!

¼ watermelon
200g feta
A few fresh mint leaves
2 tbsp roasted pine nuts
Finely grated lemon zest

Preparation method

How do you make this?

Cut the watermelon into nice rectangular sticks, approximately 10 cm long, 1.5 cm wide, and 1 cm thick.

Make sure you have as many watermelon sticks as anchovy fillets.

Cut the feta into slices that fit nicely on the watermelon.

Place a slice of feta on each piece of watermelon.

Place an anchovy fillet on top.

Finely chop the mint leaves or tear them into thin strips.

Finish each bite with some mint.

Arrange the appetizers on a nice cake stand or serving dish.

Serve immediately so the watermelon stays wonderfully fresh.

Tips

Choose a ripe and sweet watermelon for the best contrast with the anchovies.
Cantabrian anchovies have a soft texture and a refined flavor that works perfectly in this recipe.
Serve the watermelon well chilled.
Also delicious as part of a summer tapas platter.
Optionally, finish with a few drops of the anchovy oil for extra flavor.
Store covered in the refrigerator for a maximum of 1 day. They are best when freshly made.