Viewing from above, you'll see bite-sized parcels filled with diced watermelon tinted with green spots of cilantro, crumbled Feta cheese and black olive slices. Garnished with finely chopped cilantro, this dish is served on a crisp white platter, creating a vibrant display that's simply captivating.

Cilantro and Watermelon Pacchetti

Name: Cilantro and Watermelon Pacchetti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: a bunch cilantro finely chopped; 2 cups watermelon diced into small cubes; 1 cup feta cheese crumbled; 1/2 cup black olives pitted and sliced; 16 pieces pacchetti pasta; 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil; to taste Salt; 1/2 lemon zest grated and juiced

Cool, refreshing, and packed with summertime flavors!

Category Snack

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 10 minutes

Style Mediterranean

Technique Boiling

Diet Friendly Vegetarian

Daily recipe · August 05, 2024

A little about this dish

Cool and light, yet packed with flavor, this snack was inspired by Mediterranean flavors with a twist. Fresh, vibrant cilantro is the star of this recipe, bringing a beautiful aroma and taste that really shines through. A surprise touch of summer sweetness from seasonal watermelon together with feta cheese and olives creates a symphony of contrasting flavors.

Ingredients (for 4)

Cilantro — a bunch — finely chopped
Watermelon — 2 cups — diced into small cubes
Feta cheese — 1 cup — crumbled
Black olives — 1/2 cup — pitted and sliced
Pacchetti pasta — 16 pieces
Extra virgin olive oil — 2 tablespoons
Salt — to taste
Lemon — 1/2 — zest grated and juiced

Preparation

Step 1 — 🍝🔥💦

Cook the Pacchetti pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside to cool.
Step 2 — 🍉🧀🍋🌿🍵

In a large bowl, mix the diced watermelon, crumbled feta cheese, sliced olives and cilantro. Dress with olive oil, lemon zest and juice, then gently mix again.
Step 3 — 🍝🥄🍉

Fill each piece of cooked Pacchetti with a spoonful of the watermelon mixture.
Step 4 — 🍵🌿🍽

Before serving, drizzle with a little more extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle with chopped cilantro for garnish.

A final fox tip

Feel free to adjust the amount of cilantro according to your taste. If you're a fan of heat, add a dash of spicy chili pepper flakes for an extra kick. This recipe is perfect for getting the kids involved - they'll love filling the Pacchetti and decorating the platter.