Beat the heat with this refreshing Chilled Minted Melon Soup, a vibrant and healthy delight that's as beautiful as it is delicious! Perfect for summer, this Weight Watchers Core recipe combines the natural sweetness of cantaloupe and honeydew with a zesty splash of lime and a fragrant touch of fresh mint. Blended to silky perfection and chilled to maximize its cooling powers, this no-cook soup is ready in just 15 minutes (plus chilling time) and makes an elegant appetizer or a light dessert. With a pinch of salt to highlight the flavors and an optional drizzle of honey for added sweetness, itβs a guilt-free indulgence thatβs low in calories yet bursting with hydrating, vitamin-packed goodness. Garnish with extra mint leaves for a sophisticated finish, and serve it in bowls or glasses for a stunning presentation!
1. Prepare the cantaloupe and honeydew melons by peeling, seeding, and cutting them into small cubes.
2. In a blender, combine the cantaloupe, honeydew melon, lime juice, mint leaves, and water. Blend until smooth and well combined.
3. Taste the mixture. If additional sweetness is desired, add honey and blend again. Add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavors.
4. Once the soup is blended and smooth, transfer it to a bowl or container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until thoroughly chilled.
5. Before serving, stir the soup well and divide it among individual bowls or glasses.
6. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately.
Calories |
632 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 2.4 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 512 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.7 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.8 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 134.7 g | ||
| Protein | 11.4 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 162 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 3353 mg | 71% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.