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Fruit: Melon with Minted Lime Dip




Source of Recipe


Taste of Home


Recipe Introduction


"For a refreshing summer side dish for any meal, our Test Kitchen recommends these marinated melon balls with a cool, creamy dip. You can also serve this fruity treat as a light dessert."


List of Ingredients




1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
6 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh mint
2 teaspoons grated lime peel
1-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger or 2 tablespoons grated fresh gingerroot
8 cups melon balls or cubes

MINTED LIME DIP:
1 cup (8 ounces) sour cream
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 teaspoons grated lime peel


Recipe



In a bowl, combine the sugar, water, lime juice, mint, lime peel and ginger. Add melon balls. Cover and refrigerate for 1-6 hours. Thread melon onto wooden skewers or toothpicks. In a bowl, combine dip ingredients. Serve with melon. Yield: 8 cups fruit (1 cup dip).