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Watermelon and Strawberry Salad with Ginger and Lime Syrup Recipe
Crisp watermelon, ripe strawberries, and fresh mint turn this Watermelon and Strawberry Salad into a colourful dish finished with homemade ginger and lime syrup.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
Ginger and Lime Syrup
- 70 g – ⅓ cup sugar
- 70 ml – ⅓ cup water
- 1 tsp – fresh ginger – grated
- juice of ½ lime
Watermelon and Strawberry Salad
- ½ watermelon
- 15 – 20 strawberries – hulled
- zest of 1 lime
- mint leaves
Instructions
Prepare the Ginger and Lime Syrup
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Combine the sugar, water, grated fresh ginger, and lime juice in a saucepan. Heat over medium until the sugar dissolves completely.
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Remove from the heat. Let the syrup cool completely, then strain it into a small bowl or jug and set aside.
Assemble the Watermelon and Strawberry Salad
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Cut the watermelon into bite-size cubes and place them in a large serving bowl.
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Hull and halve the strawberries, then add them to the watermelon.
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Add the grated lime zest and mint leaves.
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Pour the ginger and lime syrup over the fruit. Toss gently to coat, then refrigerate for 10–15 minutes.
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Serve chilled.