Marinated Melon with Mint and Lime Zest

Name: Marinated Melon with Mint and Lime Zest
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6 - 8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1/2 c. pure honey; 2 mint sprigs, plus 2 tablespoons chopped, for serving; 2 c. watermelon balls; 1 c. cantaloupe balls; 1 tsp. lime zest

Serve this sweet fruit salad at your next picnic or cookout.

By Charlyne MattoxPublished: May 6, 2021

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William Dickey

Yields:

6 - 8 serving(s)

Prep Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

35 mins

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Ingredients

1/2 cup pure honey
2 mint sprigs, plus 2 tablespoons chopped, for serving
2 cups watermelon balls
1 cup cantaloupe balls
1 tsp. lime zest

Directions

1. Step 1Combine honey, mint sprigs, and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer; stir until honey is dissolved. Cool to room temperature; discard mint.
2. Step 2Combine watermelon, cantaloupe, honey syrup, lime zest, and chopped mint in a bowl. Let stand 10 minutes. Serve with a slotted spoon.

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