Melon Balls in Muscat

Elevate your summer desserts with this elegant and refreshing recipe for Melon Balls in Muscat. Perfectly scooped cantaloupe, honeydew, and seedless watermelon come together in a symphony of color and flavor, infused with a luscious marinade of Muscat wine, lime juice, and honey. Fresh mint leaves and fragrant lime zest complete the dish, adding a burst of citrusy brightness to each bite. This no-cook recipe is a breeze to prepare, making it an ideal choice for entertaining or enjoying a light, boozy treat on a warm evening. Serve chilled in dessert glasses for an effortless yet gourmet presentation. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply indulging yourself, this fruit-forward dessert guarantees a touch of sophistication.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 medium Cantaloupe
• 1 medium Honeydew melon
• 1 small Seedless watermelon
• 375 ml Muscat wine
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 medium Lime
• 6 leaves Fresh mint leaves

Directions

Step 1

Cut the cantaloupe, honeydew melon, and watermelon in half and remove the seeds, if applicable.

Step 2

Using a melon baller, scoop out the flesh of each melon to create round balls. Place them into a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine the Muscat wine and honey, stirring until the honey dissolves completely.

Step 4

Finely grate the zest of the lime and set it aside. Then, cut the lime in half and squeeze out the juice (approximately 2 tablespoons). Add the lime juice to the wine and honey mixture, stirring well.

Step 5

Pour the Muscat mixture over the melon balls. Gently toss to coat the fruit evenly in the marinade.

Step 6

Tear the mint leaves into smaller pieces and sprinkle them over the melon balls. Add the lime zest for an extra burst of citrus aroma.

Step 7

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Before serving, gently toss the melon balls once more. Serve in dessert glasses or bowls, ensuring each portion has a mix of all the melon varieties and a bit of the marinade.

Step 9

Optionally, garnish with additional mint leaves for presentation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	4787 grams (4787.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1935

Total Fat 6.00g	8%
Saturated Fat 0.50g	3%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 666mg	29%
Total Carbohydrate 409.90g	149%
Dietary Fiber 30.30g	108%
Total Sugars 359.60g
Protein 28.10g	56%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 359mg	28%
Iron 12mg	69%
Potassium 7725mg	164%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3.0%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 90.8%