Best 6 Gingered Melon Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary adventure with "Gingering Melon: A Refreshing Fusion of Sweetness and Spice". This article presents a delightful collection of gingering melon recipes that tantalize your taste buds with a harmonious blend of sweet and spicy flavors.

Embark on a journey of culinary exploration as we unveil unique recipes that showcase the versatility of gingering melon. From the classic gingering melon salad, where crisp melon slices are tossed in a tangy dressing infused with ginger, to the tantalizing gingering melon soup that offers a warm and comforting embrace on chilly days.

For a refreshing twist, try the gingering melon sorbet, where the essence of melon and ginger intertwine to create a palate-cleansing dessert. And for a sweet treat with a touch of spice, the gingering melon jam promises a taste sensation that will elevate your breakfast toast or afternoon tea.

With each recipe meticulously crafted to highlight the unique characteristics of gingering melon, this article is a treasure trove for culinary enthusiasts seeking to expand their repertoire of flavorful dishes. So, prepare to be captivated by the vibrant flavors and aromas as you embark on this culinary adventure with gingering melon.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GINGER-LIME MELON SALAD



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Get the recipe for Ginger-Lime Melon Salad.

Provided by Grace Elkus

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 3

3.5 pounds melon (such as cantaloupe, honeydew, and/or watermelon), peeled, seeded, and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon lime zest plus ¼ cup fresh juice (from 2 limes)
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger (from 1 [2-in.] piece)

Steps:

  • Gently toss together melon, lime zest, lime juice, and ginger in a large bowl. Transfer to a platter; serve immediately, or cover and chill until ready to serve, up to 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 3 g, Sodium 53 mg, Sugar 32 g, ServingSize Serves 4 (serving size, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

GINGER LIME MELON BALLS



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I was looking for an easy, cool, summer fruit appetizer for my August wedding reception. My family made all the food for 100 guests by ourselves, so I needed something easy yet memorable. I found this recipe on a "melon web-site", AICR. It was so simple and after doing a tasting of 3 different recipes, this one was the clear favorite. If you've never used crystallized ginger, you should be able to find it in the bulk food section with dried fruits. It is NOT fresh ginger, it's like a soft, sugared, candy. You can't mince it too fine because it gets pretty sticky as you cut it. You can use any kind of ripe melon in season, but I like honeydew and cantaloupe best. Perfect for a picnic, summer brunch or a DIY wedding reception! Enjoy!

Provided by Mrs Goodall

Categories     Melons

Time 20m

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon minced crystallized ginger
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh lime zest
4 cups melon balls (I like to mix honeydew and cantaloupe)
4 sprigs of fresh mint (garnish)

Steps:

  • In small saucepan, combine juice, water, ginger and zest. Set pan over medium-high heat and bring to boil. Boil 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mixture reduces to 2 tablespoons.
  • Strain mixture though fine sieve to remove zest. (I'm not sure this step is really needed).
  • Place melon in bowl, toss with ginger-lime mixture. Let sit for 15 minutes. You can drain the sauce or serve it with the melon.
  • Garnish with mint (optional).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 39.8, Fat 0.1, Sodium 18.6, Carbohydrate 10.4, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 8.4, Protein 0.6

MELON WITH ORANGE-GINGER SYRUP



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Add a drizzle of ginger-infused syrup -- made with orange juice, sugar, ginger, and Cointreau -- and a garnish of mint and orange zest for a cool dessert on a sweltering afternoon.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice, strained (about 4 oranges), plus zest of 2 oranges
1 cup sugar
1/2 ounce ginger, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons Cointreau
1 small honeydew melon, cut in half, seeded
1 small canary melon, cut in half, seeded
1 cantaloupe, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch wedges
Mint sprigs, for garnish
Orange Lace Cookies, for serving

Steps:

  • Fill a large bowl with ice and water; set aside. Place the orange juice, sugar, and ginger in a small saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil. Let simmer, stirring occasionally, until sugar has dissolved and syrup has thickened, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat; strain syrup into a clean bowl; add the Cointreau; stir to combine. Set bowl in ice bath, or chill in refrigerator, until syrup is cold.
  • Using different sizes of melon ballers, cut balls from the honeydew and canary melons. Place balls in a medium bowl; add 1/2 cup cold syrup and orange zest. Toss to combine.
  • To serve, arrange cantaloupe on a platter. Spoon melon balls on top. Serve extra melon balls on the side. Drizzle melons with syrup; garnish with mint. Serve with Orange Lace Cookies and remaining syrup on the side.

LAYERED MELON AND SMOKED SABLE WITH GINGER EMULSION



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Provided by Odile Guyader

Categories     Fish     Ginger     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Lime     Melon     Cantaloupe     Summer     Healthy     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 (first course) servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (3-inch) piece peeled ginger
1/3 cup mild olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
12 thin slices smoked sable (3/4 pound)
1 Cavaillon melon or 1/2 cantaloupe
Garnish:
thin julienne of black and red radish

Steps:

  • Finely grate enough ginger to measure 1 tablespoon. Purée ginger, oil, and lime juice in a blender until smooth and emulsified. Transfer to a small bowl.
  • Arrange sable slices in 1 layer on a tray and brush with some of ginger emulsion.
  • Halve melon lengthwise, then seed and peel. Cut 12 (1/8-inch-thick) lengthwise slices of melon.
  • Arrange 3 melon slices and 3 sable slices on each of 4 plates. Drizzle plates with ginger emulsion.

MELON AND GINGER SOUP



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Reserve melons that are so ripe, sweet and juicy that they practically fall apart when you cut them for this soup, which is inspired by a recipe by Deborah Madison. Smell the melons when you shop for them at the market; they should make you want to close your eyes and drink in their fragrance. If they're not really sweet, the soup will be bland. Both cantaloupe and honeydew are great sources of potassium and vitamin A.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, soups and stews, dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield serves four to six

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 very ripe melons, either orange-fleshed or green, about 5 pounds, halved, seeds discarded
2 teaspoons finely chopped or grated lime zest
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lime juice
Pinch of salt
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 to 2 teaspoons ginger juice (see note), to taste
1 tablespoon agave syrup (optional)
Chopped fresh mint (about 1 tablespoon)

Steps:

  • Cut the whole melon into 8 wedges and the half into 4, and set aside two of the wedges. Remove the remaining melon from the rinds, and chop coarsely. Puree until smooth in a blender or a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Transfer to a bowl and whisk in the lime zest and 1 tablespoon of the lime juice, the salt, buttermilk, 1 teaspoon of the ginger juice, and the agave syrup. Taste and add the remaining ginger juice if desired. Cut the remaining wedges of melon into very small dice and place in a separate bowl. Chill the soup and diced melon for at least 1 hour.
  • Just before serving, toss the diced melon with the mint and remaining lime juice. Ladle the soup into bowls, top with the melon and mint, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 26, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 88 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

GINGERED WATERMELON JUICE



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This is a deliciously fruity, sweet and refreshing drink that can be served with hot and spicy dishes, with breakfast or as an after-dinner drink.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Beverages

Time 10m

Yield 2-3

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 1/8 lbs watermelon, roughly chopped (500g)
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger (or 1/4- 1/2 tsp. powdered ginger)
thinly sliced watermelon (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Place the watermelon and ginger in a blender.
  • Process for 2 minutes, or until smooth.
  • Add 6 ice cubes and process until the ice is crushed.
  • Pour into chilled glasses and garnish with a thin slice of watermelon.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.2, Fat 0.4, Sodium 2.8, Carbohydrate 19.6, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 15.9, Protein 1.6

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use ripe, juicy melon. Cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon are all good choices.
  • If you don't have fresh ginger, you can use ground ginger. However, fresh ginger will give your dish a more intense flavor.
  • You can adjust the amount of sugar in the recipe to taste. If you like your melon sweeter, add more sugar. If you prefer a less sweet dish, reduce the amount of sugar.
  • Gingering melon is a great way to use up leftover melon. It's also a delicious and refreshing snack or dessert.
  • You can also add other ingredients to your gingering melon, such as mint, basil, or lime juice.

Conclusion:

Gingering melon is a simple and delicious way to enjoy this refreshing fruit. With just a few ingredients, you can create a healthy and flavorful snack or dessert that's perfect for any occasion.

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