Yellow Melon Muscatel (Melon Salad)

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 5
Sweet and refreshing Yellow Melon Muscatel (Melon Salad) for a summertime treat
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Prep

20 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

2 hours 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups water or 1 1/2 cups fruit juice
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 teaspoon ground ginger
4 cantaloupes
1/4 watermelon
salt
pepper
2 tablespoons muscatel or 2 tablespoons port wine
mint , for serving

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
159
Sugar
38g
Fat
0.5g
Yellow Melon Muscatel, also known as Melon Salad, is a popular dish in Spain and South America. This sweet and refreshing salad is perfect for hot summer days and makes a great side dish for grilled meats or seafood. The sweet and juicy cantaloupe and watermelon are soaked in a syrup made with lemon juice and vinegar, which gives them a tangy flavor that balances out the sweetness of the fruit. The addition of muscatel or port wine on top adds a touch of sophistication to this simple yet delicious salad.

Instructions

1.In a small saucepan, heat the sugar, water or fruit juice, lemon juice, vinegar, and ginger until the sugar dissolves.
2.Turn off heat and let cool to room temperature.
3.While the syrup is cooling, cut the cantaloupes and watermelon into small chunks and place them in a large bowl.
4.Pour the cooled syrup over the melon chunks and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
5.Stir well and let the salad sit at room temperature for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
6.Before serving, drizzle the muscatel or port wine over the top of the salad and garnish with fresh mint leaves.

PROS

This salad is a refreshing and sweet side dish that is perfect for summertime.

It’s also a good way to get a serving of fruit into your diet.

CONS

While the fruit in this salad is healthy, the sugar content is quite high due to the syrup.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is low in fat and high in vitamins A and C, which are important for maintaining healthy skin and eyes.
The cantaloupe in this recipe is also high in potassium, which can help regulate blood pressure.

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