Watermelon Salad with Currant Jelly and Limoncello Sauce
Ingredients:
- 1/2 small seedless watermelon, cubed
- 1/2 cup currant jelly
- 2 large lemons, zested and juiced
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup limoncello liqueur
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
Instructions:
- In a small saucepan, heat the currant jelly over low heat until melted. Let cool to room temperature.
- In a separate saucepan, combine the lemon juice and sugar. Cook over medium-high heat until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is thick and syrupy, about 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the limoncello and lemon zest. Let cool to room temperature.
- In a large bowl, combine the cubed watermelon and chopped mint leaves. Drizzle the cooled currant jelly over the top and toss gently to combine.
- Serve the watermelon salad in individual bowls drizzled with the limoncello sauce.
Verdict and Serving Suggestions:
This refreshing watermelon salad is perfect for a summertime lunch or dinner. The sweet and tangy flavors of the currant jelly and limoncello sauce perfectly complement the juicy watermelon and fresh mint. Serve the salad chilled for best results. This recipe makes enough for 4-6 servings. Enjoy!
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