Melon and watermelon in lime syrup

4 servings

30 minutes

This refreshing dessert from Pan-Asian cuisine combines the sweetness of ripe melon and watermelon with the tangy acidity of lime syrup, creating a harmony of flavors. The lime used in the syrup adds brightness and freshness to the fruits, while the delicate aroma of mint completes the composition with refined notes. Due to its simplicity in preparation and rich flavor, this dish is perfect for summer meals, picnics, or light dinners. Pan-Asian cuisine often features combinations of fresh fruits with sweet-and-sour sauces, and this recipe is a vivid example of such balance. It is best served chilled, allowing the syrup to slightly soak into the fruits, fully revealing their taste.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 298.6
• Proteins: 3.9g
• Fats: 1.6g
• Carbohydrates: 69.7g

Ingredients

• Sugar: 0.5 glass
• Water: 0.5 glass
• Lime: 1 pc
• Cantaloupe: 0.5 pc
• Mint leaves: 1 tbsp
• Watermelon pulp: 500 g

Cooking steps

1. In a saucepan, mix sugar and 0.5 cup of water. Bring to a boil and cook for about 15 minutes until the syrup thickens slightly. Remove from heat and stir in lime juice. Cool by placing in a bowl of ice water.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sugar: 0.5 glass
   • Water: 0.5 glass
   • Lime: 1 piece

2. Meanwhile, cut the flesh of the melon and watermelon into pieces, place them on a plate, and drizzle with syrup. Serve immediately.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cantaloupe: 0.5 piece
   • Watermelon pulp: 500 g