Watermelon with Lemon Syrup

By ltrodrigu

Ingredients

• Zest and juice of 2 lemons
• 2 tablespoons confectioner’s sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1 (2-pound) watermelon, rind removed and flesh cut into 1-inch cubes

Preparation

Step 1

Make Lemon Syrup:
In a bowl, combine lemon juice and zest, confectioner’s sugar and 1 cup water.

Transfer lemon mixture to a casserole or heavy pot and cook over low heat until reduced and thickened, 25 minutes. Let cool completely.

In a large serving bowl, toss watermelon with lemon syrup. Place in refrigerator until ready to eat. Serve chilled.