Melon Balls with Rum and Lime

Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with this refreshing and boozy treat: Melon Balls with Rum and Lime. This vibrant fruit salad combines sweet cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon, artfully scooped into juicy spheres, then infused with a zesty mix of white rum, fresh lime juice, and a drizzle of honey for a perfect balance of tangy and sweet. Chilled to perfection, this easy-to-make dish is garnished with fragrant mint leaves for a burst of freshness and served in elegant cocktail glasses to make any gathering feel extra-special. Whether you're hosting a summer soirée or simply want to treat yourself, this no-cook recipe is the ultimate crowd-pleasing dessert or appetizer that screams sophistication.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

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Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

1 medium Cantaloupe
1 medium Honeydew melon
1 small Watermelon
4 tablespoons White rum
2 whole Lime
2 tablespoons Honey
10 leaves (for garnish) Mint leaves

Directions

Step 1

Cut the cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon in half and remove all the seeds using a spoon.

Step 2

Using a melon baller, scoop round balls from the flesh of each melon and place them into a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the white rum, the juice of 2 limes, and honey until well combined.

Step 4

Pour the rum-lime mixture over the melon balls and gently toss to coat evenly.

Step 5

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Right before serving, garnish with fresh mint leaves for a touch of color and brightness.

Step 7

Serve chilled in bowls or cocktail glasses for an elegant presentation. Enjoy your refreshing Melon Balls with Rum and Lime!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2968.1 grams (2968.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1279

Total Fat 4.20g	5%
Saturated Fat 0.60g	3%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 542mg	24%
Total Carbohydrate 280.40g	102%
Dietary Fiber 24.00g	86%
Total Sugars 244.50g
Protein 19.40g	39%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 292mg	22%
Iron 8mg	46%
Potassium 5181mg	110%

*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: 3.1%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 90.7%