Ginger Lime Melon Balls Recipes
A SUMMERTIME MELON MEDLEY
Fresh melons of all varieties are a a summertime favorite in our home. So many palate-pleasing adjectives come to mind when you think of a perfectly ripened melon: JUICY, SWEET, FRUITY AROMA, COOL, REFRESHING. Melon salads, like this ginger lime melon medley, make a refreshing snack, or a pleasing side dish to a light meal. As long as there are melons in the grocery store, you'll find this tangy-sweet fruit salad in my frig. Enjoy your summer, and all of nature's bounty it has to offer.
Provided by Feast Your Eyes
Categories Melons
Time 1h20m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Begin by making sure your melons are ripe.
- Peel, seed and cube the melons into bite size chunks, or use a melon baller; place in a large bowl.
- Add brown sugar, ginger, lime juice, lime zest; gently toss.
- Cover and chill at least one hour for best flavor.
- To serve: Toss before placing melon in dessert dishes. If desired, fill dishes with very cold sparkling white wine and garnish with mint leaves and toasted almonds.
- Cook's Tip: (1) Choose melons that are free of cuts, dents and bruises. (2) Store uncut melons in a cool place. Cut fruit should be refrigerated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 55.3, Fat 0.2, Sodium 16.2, Carbohydrate 14, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 12.5, Protein 0.8
SPICED MELON BALLS
From an old southern cookbook comes this recipe that's perfect to serve on hot summer days. I love to serve this when we grill out. I've also served this at breakfast alongside pancakes and waffles.
Provided by Dreamgoddess
Categories Breakfast
Time 15m
Yield 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Drain the melon balls, reserving the juice.
- Combine the juice, brown sugar, vinegar, cloves, and cinnamon in a saucepan.
- Simmer for 5 minutes and discard the cloves and cinnamon stick.
- Pour the sauce over the melon balls and chill until ready to serve.
BOOZY MINTED MELON BALLS
Melon balls were the quintessential summer party food when I was growing up, but it wasn't until I was out of college that I had my first melon ball "salad." My current favorite is this recipe that has a mojito-like splash over the melon. Dreamy!
Provided by Jessica Merchant
Categories dessert
Time 3h10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place the watermelon and cantaloupe balls in a baking dish in a single layer. In a bowl, whisk together the lime juice, rum and honey until combined. Pour the lime mixture over the melon balls and toss to coat. Add the mint leaves. Let sit for 2 to 3 hours in the fridge, flipping the balls once or twice if desired.
- To serve, scoop the melon balls into a large bowl and pour the rum mixture over top. Cover with a sprinkling of fresh mint leaves.
MELON BALLS WITH RUM AND LIME
Make and share this Melon Balls With Rum and Lime recipe from Food.com.
Provided by DJM70
Categories Melons
Time 10m
Yield 2 quarts
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, mix the sugar and water.
- Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add the grated lime peel and cool the mixture.
- Add the rum and lime juice.
- Pour syrup over the melon balls.
- Chill covered, for 3 to 5 hours.
GINGER BALLS
Make and share this Ginger Balls recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Broke Guy
Categories Beverages
Time 2m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Combine liquids in a glass.
- Garnish with cherries.
Nutrition Facts :
DRUNKEN MELON BALLS
These are a great ending to a light summer meal. The rum really gives the fruit a nice flavor. ***This needs to be refrigerated one hour before serving.***
Provided by Sherrybeth
Categories Dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the melon balls in a large bowl which can be refrigerated.
- Dissolve the sugar in the rum and add the lemon juice.
- Pour the liquid mixture over the melon balls and toss lightly to coat.
- Sprinkle with lemon and lime zest.
- Place in the refrigerator for one hour before serving.
- Toss again slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.2, Fat 0.2, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 15.9, Carbohydrate 16.9, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 15.4, Protein 1
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