This Patriotic Watermelon Appetizer is the perfect patriotic treat for a 4th of July, Memorial Day or Labor Day dessert! The sweet and salty combination is everything. Plus they're healthy, simple and so delicious! Serve as an appetizer or dessert!

Watermelon stars with feta cheese and blueberries and American flag toothpick.

I am not usually keen on "cute" appetizers since most don't taste as good as they look but not with this one.

These watermelon feta stars are topped with blueberries and finished with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar.

The creamy feta cheese is salty and pairs so well with the sweet watermelon. Just like in my watermelon feta salad recipe!

They are patriotic, red, white and blue and everything you want from a summer party appetizer! Serve with my Red White 7 Blue Cocktails or my 4th of July drink, and you're set!

🛒 Ingredients

Watermelon- Look for the largest watermelon you can find. Seedless is preferred.
Blueberries- Any kind! The larger, the better.
Feta Cheese- The best feta cheese comes in a block in brine. It's not as dry as the others.
Balsamic Vinegar Glaze- This is found in the oil and vinegar section. Look for the glaze whiich is thicker and sweeter than balsamic vinegar itself.

🍉 Cutting Your Watermelon

It's simple to cut your watermelon but there are a few things to keep in mind.

First you need to find yourself a star shaped cookie cutter. I just purchased these stars from Amazon! Cut out different sizes if you prefer!

Then, make sure to cut your watermelon properly. To get the most stars out of the watermelon, find the largest one you can get your hands on.

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Then, take a large chef's knife and slice the watermelon into ½"-¾" ROUNDS. Think "WHEELS" of watermelon.

If your watermelon is too thick, you will have a difficult time cutting your stars out. So make sure your slices are NOT thicker than the width of your star cutter.

📃 NOTE: Recipe card with exact quantities and detailed instructions are below! Print it out for later!

Watermelon stars appetizer on plate with American flag toothpick.

Make These In Advance!

These are easy to make ahead of time since they refrigerate well. I suggest cutting your stars in bulk and carefully stacking them on top of one another in a sealed container.

Then, on the day of, lay your stars out and top with feta and balsamic glaze. Finish with your blueberry skewers and voila!

Serve with my Feta Orzo Salad and my Herb Potato Salad!

Watermelon stars and feta cheese with blueberries on black plate.

Other summer recipes you will love:

13 Red, White and Blue Finger Food Desserts

Red, White & Blue July 4th Fudge

Star Spangled Kielbasa Bites

American Flag Cheesecake Biscuit Bombs

4th of July Chocolate Dipped Pound Cake Sticks

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