Paraben Free Vegan Watermelon Bites with Cashew Feta
Sweet, juicy watermelon topped with a tangy, creamy cashew feta is one of those combinations that sounds unexpected until the first bite — and then it makes complete sense. The cashew feta comes together in a food processor with lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, nutritional yeast, and a touch of garlic powder, delivering a bright, savory richness that plays beautifully against the cool fruit beneath it. A drizzle of balsamic glaze, fresh torn mint, and a pinch of flaky sea salt pull the whole thing together into something that feels genuinely elegant. Every ingredient here is whole, plant-based, and straightforward, which means you're not navigating any of the synthetic additives or preservatives that can sneak into store-bought dips and packaged snacks. That matters a lot when you're keeping a close eye on what goes into your food — and this recipe makes it easy to do that without sacrificing any flavor. These bites work beautifully as a party appetizer, a light starter, or an afternoon snack that looks far more impressive than the effort required.
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6 servings
For the cashew feta
- 1 cup raw cashews, soaked in cold water for at least 4 hours, then drained and rinsed
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
For the bites
- 6 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 24 pieces)
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn or thinly sliced
- 1–2 tbsp balsamic glaze, for drizzling
- flaky sea salt, to taste
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Drain and rinse the soaked cashews, then add them to a food processor along with the lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, water, nutritional yeast, salt, and garlic powder. Process for 2–3 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed, until the mixture is smooth and creamy with no visible cashew pieces.
- 2
Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, drop the cashew feta mixture in rough 1-teaspoon mounds onto the prepared baking sheet — you should get about 24 mounds. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, until the mounds are firm enough to handle.
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