Sunny Fruit Fiesta

Sunny Fruit Fiesta

1 cantaloupe melon, halved and seeded
1/2 honeydew melon, seeded
1/4 cup of superfine or granulated sugar
1/4 cup of fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon of orange flavored liqueur, optional
1 1/2 teaspoons of grated lime zest
1 cup of sliced fresh strawberries
1 cup of black or red seedless grapes

Instructions:

Using a melon baller, scoop flesh from cantaloupe and honeydew into balls, set aside. In a large glass or ceramic bowl, combine the sugar, lime juice, lemon juice, orange liqueur, and lime zest. Stir well to dissolve sugar. Add the cantaloupe and honeydew balls, strawberries and grapes. Toss gently to combine. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to blend flavors, stirring once or twice. Spoon the fruit mixture into serving bowls or hollowed out melon halves, dividing evenly. Serve immediately. Serves 6

For a tropical fruit version, substitute kiwi slices, pineapple chunks, papaya slices or mango cubes for some of the melon balls. Add a  little grated fresh ginger or ground ginger. A dash of coconut extract would also make an intriguing addition, Try serving this version in a hollowed out pineapple half. Serves 6