Sangria Spiced Melon
Transform your next gathering with the vibrant and refreshing flavors of Sangria Spiced Melon, a fruit-forward twist on a classic sangria. This easy, no-cook recipe combines bite-sized chunks of cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon with a luscious blend of orange juice, dry red wine, and warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Sweetened with a touch of honey and elevated by aromatic orange zest and sprigs of fresh mint, each bite bursts with bold, summery flavor. With just 20 minutes of prep and an hour for chilling, this chilled fruit medley is a show-stopping appetizer or light dessert that’s perfect for warm weather entertaining. Ideal for those seeking a sophisticated yet effortless way to enjoy fruit, this Sangria Spiced Melon is an instant crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole Cantaloupe
- 1 whole Honeydew melon
- 0.25 whole Watermelon
- 1 cup Orange juice
- 0.5 cup Dry red wine
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 5 small sprigs Mint leaves
Instructions
Slice the cantaloupe, honeydew melon, and watermelon in half. Remove the seeds and rind, then chop the flesh into bite-sized cubes or use a melon baller to create melon spheres.
Place the prepared melon pieces into a large mixing bowl or serving dish.
In a separate small bowl, combine orange juice, dry red wine, honey, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and orange zest. Whisk together until well combined.
Pour the sangria spiced mixture over the melon pieces and gently toss to coat all the fruit.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, gently toss the melon again, garnish with fresh mint leaves, and divide the mixture into individual serving glasses or bowls.
Enjoy this refreshing Sangria Spiced Melon as a chilled dessert or lively appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2064 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.1 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 663 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 478.8 g | 174% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.0 g | 118% | |
| Total Sugars | 415.7 g | ||
| Protein | 34.4 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 416 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 8877 mg | 189% | |
*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.
