Save Festive, vibrant skewers featuring tangy feta, sweet cranberries, fresh herbs, and crunchy cucumber—perfect for holiday gatherings or as a cheerful appetizer.
This recipe quickly became a favorite at our holiday parties for its refreshing taste and simple assembly.
Ingredients
- Feta cheese: 200 g (7 oz) feta cheese, cut into 16 cubes
- English cucumber: 1/2 English cucumber, sliced into 16 rounds
- Fresh mint leaves (or basil): 16 leaves
- Dried cranberries: 16 pieces
- Pistachios (optional): 2 tbsp, roughly chopped
- Honey: 2 tbsp
- Balsamic glaze (optional): 1 tsp
- Freshly ground black pepper: To taste
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Thread one cube of feta cheese onto each skewer or cocktail pick.
- Step 2:
- Add a slice of cucumber, a mint leaf, and a dried cranberry to each skewer.
- Step 3:
- Arrange the skewers on a serving platter.
- Step 4:
- Drizzle with honey and balsamic glaze, if using.
- Step 5:
- Sprinkle with chopped pistachios and a touch of black pepper.
- Step 6:
- Serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Save This dish always brings smiles and encourages guests to mingle as they snack and chat.
Required Tools
16 small skewers or cocktail picks, sharp knife, small serving platter
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (feta cheese) and Tree Nuts (pistachios, optional). Double-check labels for nut allergies and cross-contamination if necessary.
Nutritional Information
Approximately 65 calories per serving with 4 g total fat, 5 g carbohydrates, and 2 g protein.
Save These skewers offer the perfect combination of sweet and savory—a joyful addition to any holiday table.