I love watermelons. They are one of my favorite fruits. They remind me a lot of my childhood. I will always remember the excitement we used to feel when my dad would bring home a huge watermelon during the summer. My dad used to throw them in the pool (did you know watermelons float?). We thought it was so funny, and it was quite a spectacle. On a hot day, it was not uncommon for us to have a fabulous pool party with barbecue and delicious slices of watermelon. My little friend next door would peak her head around the fence, already in her swimsuit waiting to be invited. Ah, those were the days! When you are that young, you don’t seem to have a care in the world.
The following Moroccan style desert would be a really fun addition to any pool party. It is also happens to be a great way of dealing with a watermelon which isn’t really as sweet as it should be, and we all end up with a dud once in a while.
To create this refreshing and figure-friendly treat, you will need:
2 pounds of watermelon cut into bite sized cubes
2 tablespoons of rose water
1 hand full of fresh mint
As you are cutting your watermelon into bite sized cubes, save the juices. Mix the watermelon juice with 2 tablespoons of rose water. Pour the juice on top of the watermelon and let it sit in the refrigerator for a couple of hours. During this time, the flavor and fragrance of the rosewater will infuse the melon. Before serving, chop up the mint and distribute thought the salad. Garnish with a sprig of mint.
