ingredients

  • ½ teaspoon finely grated lime zest plus 2 tablespoons juice (from 1 lime)
  • 2 tablespoons light-brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons light rum
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 6 pounds chilled seedless watermelon
  • 2 tablespoons slivered fresh mint leaves

directions

In a large bowl, whisk together lime juice, sugar, rum, and salt. Using a melon baller, scoop melon into balls (you'll get about 10 cups), or cut melon into bite-size chunks. Add melon to lime mixture in bowl. Sprinkle with mint and lime zest, and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate, up to 2 hours.

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source

Everyday Food, Issue 44, July/Aug 2007

servings/yield

6 servings

preparation times

• Prep: 20 Minutes