Rice Free Watermelon Mint Skewers
Sweet, cool watermelon and crisp cucumber are a match made in summer heaven, and threading them onto skewers with fresh mint makes the whole thing feel a little festive without any real effort. A quick drizzle of honey and fresh lime juice ties everything together with a bright, tangy sweetness that keeps you reaching for just one more. A pinch of flaky sea salt lifts all the flavors, and if you're feeling bold, a dusting of chili powder adds a subtle heat that plays beautifully against the juicy fruit. This is the kind of dish that disappears fast at a backyard gathering or works just as well as a refreshing afternoon snack. Naturally grain-free by design, there's nothing to swap or substitute here — just fresh, whole ingredients doing exactly what they're supposed to do. Serve immediately so the mint stays vibrant and the skewers hold their gorgeous color and crunch.
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4 servings
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes (about ¼ small watermelon)
- 1 medium english cucumber, sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 16 fresh mint leaves
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice (about ½ lime)
- ¼ tsp flaky sea salt
- ¼ tsp chili powder (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey and lime juice until combined.
- 2
Thread each skewer with alternating pieces: start with a watermelon cube, fold a mint leaf in half and slide it on, add a cucumber round, then repeat until each skewer holds 3 watermelon cubes, 2 mint leaves, and 2 cucumber rounds.
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