In the realm of refreshing and flavorful beverages, the honeydew mojito with melon balls and mint stands tall, tantalizing taste buds with its vibrant fusion of sweet, tangy, and herbaceous notes. This exquisite cocktail, rooted in the traditions of Cuba, combines the juicy sweetness of honeydew melon, the invigorating essence of mint, the tang of lime, the fizz of sparkling water, and the subtle warmth of white rum, resulting in a symphony of flavors that is both invigorating and utterly delightful.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
HONEYDEW MOJITOS WITH MELON BALLS AND MINT
Sure to be the most popular cocktail at your next party, these mojitos are updated with the addition of honey-sweet honeydew melon.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes Cocktail Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Rub a lime wedge on rims of 8 glasses, then dip rims in superfine sugar.
- Cut 3 melon quarters into 1-inch chunks. Puree melon in a food processor until smooth. Strain puree through a cheesecloth-lined sieve, and discard solids. (You should have about 4 cups.) Using a 1-inch melon baller, scoop balls from remaining quarter, and reserve.
- Bring granulated sugar and water to a boil in a small saucepan, stirring until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat, and add mint. Let stand at room temperature, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Strain through a fine sieve, and discard mint leaves. (You should have a scant 1/3 cup syrup.)
- Combine melon puree, mint syrup, rum, and lime juice in a pitcher, and refrigerate until cold, about 30 minutes. Add ice to pitcher, and divide among glasses. Garnish each with melon balls, mint sprigs, and lime wedges, and serve immediately.
HONEYDEW, MINT, AND LEMON-THYME MOJITO
Recipe adapted from Aran Goyoaga and her blog, Cannelle et Vanille.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes Cocktail Recipes
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine sugar and 1/4 cup water over medium; stir until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat, add mint and lemon thyme, and let sit 10 minutes. Pour through a fine-mesh sieve; discard solids. Refrigerate until cold, 20 minutes (or up to 1 week).
- In a blender, combine mint syrup, melon, rum, and lime juice; blend until smooth. To serve, fill four glasses with ice and divide mojito among glasses. Top with fresh mint and lime wedges, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 g
MOJITO-STYLE MELON SALAD
Make and share this Mojito-Style Melon Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Redsie
Categories Melons
Time 5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine honeydew, cantaloupe, 2 tablespoons of sugar, lime zest and juice, and slivered mint. Refrigerate 15 minutes, tossing occasionally, until sugar dissolves and mixture is well chilled.
- When ready to serve, spread remaining tablespoon of sugar onto a flat plate. Pour a little water into a shallow bowl and dip rim of each of 4 wine or martini glasses into water; press wet rims into sugar to coat edge of each glass. Spoon 1 cup of fruit mixture into each glass; garnish with mint sprigs. Yields 1 cup per serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 98, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 29.1, Carbohydrate 24.8, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 23, Protein 1.2
MOJITO MARINATED FRUIT
All the flavors of the popular mojito cocktail are featured in this fantastic salad. After you eat the fruit, you'll want to sip the luscious syrup! -Marcy Griffith, Excelsior, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water; cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat. Stir in rum, lime juice and zest. Cool completely., In a large bowl, combine melons, pineapple and mint sprigs. Add rum mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., Discard mint sprigs. Spoon fruit with syrup into serving dishes. If desired, top with mint.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 8mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
FRESH MINT AND CILANTRO MELON SALAD
All the fresh greens of the herbs and melon of this easy side dish are refreshing to both the eye and the palate! The melon can be chopped bite-sized to be a salad or side, or smaller to be used as a relish or condiment. This dish is also great for a change of pace on the brunch buffet! This works well also with Crenshaw melon.
Provided by Menealeous' Daughter
Categories Salad Fruit Salad Recipes
Time 2h15m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine the honeydew, lime juice, cilantro, mint, and sugar in a bowl; toss to combine; refrigerate at least two hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 26.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.7 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 13.2 mg, Sugar 5.9 g
Tips:
- Choose ripe and juicy honeydew melons for the best flavor.
- Use a melon baller to easily create melon balls. If you don't have a melon baller, you can use a small spoon.
- Make sure to use fresh mint leaves for the best flavor. You can also add a sprig of mint to each glass for garnish.
- If you don't have simple syrup, you can make your own by dissolving 1 cup of sugar in 1 cup of boiling water. Let the syrup cool completely before using.
- You can adjust the amount of lime juice and simple syrup to taste. If you like a sweeter mojito, add more simple syrup. If you like a tarter mojito, add more lime juice.
Conclusion:
Honeydew mojitos are a refreshing and delicious summer cocktail. They're perfect for parties or simply enjoying on a hot day. The combination of honeydew melon, mint, lime, and rum is incredibly refreshing and flavorful. If you're looking for a new summer cocktail to try, give honeydew mojitos a try. You won't be disappointed.
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