Minty Melon Salad

By carvalhohm2

Ingredients

• 1 c. water
• 3/4 c. sugar
• 3 T. lime juice
• 1-1/2 t. fresh mint, chopped
• 5 c. watermelon, cubed
• 3 c. cantaloupe, cubed
• 3 c. honeydew, cubed
• 2 c. nectarines, pitted and sliced
• 1 c. blueberries
• Garnish: fresh mint sprigs

Details

Servings 10
Adapted from gooseberrypatch.typepad.com

Preparation

Step 1

Combine water, sugar, juice and mint in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Boil for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; cover and cool completely.

Combine fruit in a large serving bowl. Pour cooled dressing over fruit; stir until well coated. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours, stirring occasionally. Drain liquid before serving. Garnish with fresh mint sprigs.

Serves 8 to 10.