Best 8 Melon Balls With Lime Sauce Recipes

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For a refreshing and tangy treat, try this innovative recipe for Melon Balls with Lime Sauce. This delightful dish combines the sweetness of melon with the zesty flavor of lime, creating a tantalizing balance of flavors. Whether you're looking for a light summer snack or a unique dessert, this recipe is sure to impress with its vibrant colors and delicious taste.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

MELON BALLS WITH RUM AND LIME



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Make and share this Melon Balls With Rum and Lime recipe from Food.com.

Provided by DJM70

Categories     Melons

Time 10m

Yield 2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 7

2/3 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup water
1 teaspoon lime zest
6 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 cup light rum
2 quarts of assorted melon balls
fresh mint leaves (to garnish)

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, mix the sugar and water.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Add the grated lime peel and cool the mixture.
  • Add the rum and lime juice.
  • Pour syrup over the melon balls.
  • Chill covered, for 3 to 5 hours.

MELON BALLS WITH LIME SAUCE



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During the summer months, melons are my favorite fruits to eat. This recipe is the result of an experiment for a new fruit salad.-Barbara Mctighe, Butler, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
Juice and grated zest of 1 lime
2 cups watermelon balls
2 cups cantaloupe balls
2 cups honeydew balls

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, heat sugar, water, lime juice and zest; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Cool. Pour sauce over fruit and toss to coat. Chill 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 47 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 5mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

MELON BALLS WITH HONEYLIME YOGURT



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Provided by Food Network

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 small ripe cantaloupe
1/2 large ripe honeydew
1 wedge of watermelon
1/2 cup freshly-squeezed orange juice
1 generous tablespoon honey, or to taste
Juice of one large lime, about 1 tablespoon, or to taste
2 cups plain yogurt

Steps:

  • Use a melon baller to scoop out balls of flesh from the cantaloupe; place balls in a large bowl. Repeat with the honeydews and add the balls to the bowl. Use the handle of a teaspoon to scrape out the visible watermelon seeds in rows, then scoop out flesh with the melon baller. Add to other melon balls and toss well with orange juice to combine. Chill.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey and lime juice until honey is liquefied. Whisk in yogurt; taste and add more honey or lime according to your taste.
  • Divide melon balls between 4 serving dishes and drizzle 1/2 cup yogurt over each. Enjoy.

BOOZY MINTED MELON BALLS



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Melon balls were the quintessential summer party food when I was growing up, but it wasn't until I was out of college that I had my first melon ball "salad." My current favorite is this recipe that has a mojito-like splash over the melon. Dreamy!

Provided by Jessica Merchant

Categories     dessert

Time 3h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups watermelon balls
2 cups cantaloupe balls
1/3 cup fresh lime juice
1/3 cup white rum
3 tablespoons honey
Handful of fresh mint leaves, plus extra for serving
Pinch salt

Steps:

  • Place the watermelon and cantaloupe balls in a baking dish in a single layer. In a bowl, whisk together the lime juice, rum and honey until combined. Pour the lime mixture over the melon balls and toss to coat. Add the mint leaves. Let sit for 2 to 3 hours in the fridge, flipping the balls once or twice if desired.
  • To serve, scoop the melon balls into a large bowl and pour the rum mixture over top. Cover with a sprinkling of fresh mint leaves.

MELON BALL



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Melon schnapps, vodka, and pineapple juice come together in this fruity drink that is sure to wet your whistle.

Provided by Kim's Cooking Now

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes     Vodka Drinks Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup ice
4 fluid ounces pineapple juice
1 fluid ounce melon schnapps
1 fluid ounce vodka

Steps:

  • Place ice, pineapple juice, schnapps, and vodka in a cocktail shaker. Place cap on the shaker, shake, and strain into a cordial or pony glass.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29.4 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 11.2 mg, Sugar 24.6 g

PROSCIUTTO WRAPPED MELON BALLS



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This is a great snack to make for any gathering. Balls of honeydew melon are wrapped in prosciutto and fresh mint to make a fancy appetizer with few ingredients.

Provided by RACHELSCHWARTZ

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Antipasto Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

ΒΌ cup lime juice
1 honeydew melon, fruit removed with a melon baller
9 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto
36 sprigs fresh mint

Steps:

  • Place melon balls into a bowl, and sprinkle with lime juice. Stir gently to coat. Wrap each ball with a slice of prosciutto, and secure with a sprig of mint. Arrange on a serving tray. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Cholesterol 18.7 mg, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 431 mg, Sugar 8.7 g

SPICED MELON BALLS



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From an old southern cookbook comes this recipe that's perfect to serve on hot summer days. I love to serve this when we grill out. I've also served this at breakfast alongside pancakes and waffles.

Provided by Dreamgoddess

Categories     Breakfast

Time 15m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (12 ounce) packages frozen melon balls, thawed
1/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
6 whole cloves
1 stick cinnamon

Steps:

  • Drain the melon balls, reserving the juice.
  • Combine the juice, brown sugar, vinegar, cloves, and cinnamon in a saucepan.
  • Simmer for 5 minutes and discard the cloves and cinnamon stick.
  • Pour the sauce over the melon balls and chill until ready to serve.

MELON BALLS AND MARGARITA SYRUP



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup white tequila
1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
1/4 cup Triple Sec or Cointreau
2 tablespoons Simple Syrup Make-Ahead Simple Syrup
8 cups melon balls, from a variety of melons
Fresh mint, for serving

Steps:

  • To make the margarita syrup; In a medium bowl, whisk together tequila, lime juice, Triple Sec, and simple syrup.
  • Arrange the melon balls in a bowl or serving dishes. Drizzle with about 1/4 cup margarita syrup. Reserve remaining syrup for another use. Garnish with mint, and serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe and flavorful melons. This will ensure that your melon balls are sweet and juicy.
  • Use a melon baller to create uniform melon balls. This will help them cook evenly and look more attractive when served.
  • Soak the melon balls in lime juice or water before cooking. This will help prevent them from browning.
  • Cook the melon balls over medium-high heat. This will help them cook quickly and evenly.
  • Serve the melon balls immediately after cooking. This will help them retain their flavor and texture.
  • Garnish the melon balls with fresh mint or cilantro. This will add a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

Melon balls with lime sauce is a refreshing and delicious summer dish. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner, or as a side dish at a barbecue. The lime sauce adds a tangy and flavorful twist to the sweet melon balls. This dish is also very easy to make, and it's sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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