Entertaining // Melon Skewers

Lately we have been on a bit of a melon kick over here on GMJ. After all, it is the perfect warm weather fruit. It's light and fresh and crisp. Here is a recipe you can use for any springtime or summer entertaining you may have on the books.

Ingredients:

Yields about 20 skewers

  • 1/2 small watermelon 
  • 1/2 cantaloupe 
  • 1/2 honeydew 
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup warm water
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint 
  • juice and zest of 1 lemon 

Directions:

  1. Cut the melons in half and cut the peel off of them. Cube the melons into about 1/2" cubes. In a medium bowl mix the warm water and sugar together with the lemon juice and mint. 
  2. Gently stir the melons in with syrup and allow to chill for a few hours.
  3. Grab some bamboo skewers and layer the cube three at a time. Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve. 

Recipe: Megan Forbes

Photos: Christina Hussey

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