Melon With Port Recipe

Indulge in this elegant and simple summer dessert! Featuring juicy melon infused with the rich sweetness of ruby port, this recipe is perfect for warm evenings. Choose your favorite melon – honeydew, cantaloupe, crenshaw, or casaba all work beautifully. The port gently soaks into the melon, creating a delightful, chilled treat for adults. Easily doubled or tripled for a crowd.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 403.1 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Melon With Port

  • 1 medium Honeydew, Cantaloupe, Crenshaw, or Casaba melon (approximately 2-3 pounds)
  • 1/2 cup Ruby Port

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How to Make Melon With Port

  1. Cut one medium-sized melon (honeydew, cantaloupe, crenshaw, or casaba) horizontally in half.
  2. Using a spoon, gently scoop out and discard the seeds and any stringy parts.
  3. Place the melon halves cut-side up on individual serving plates or a large platter.
  4. Pour 1/4 cup of ruby port into each melon half. (Adjust amount depending on melon size)
  5. Cover the melon halves loosely with plastic wrap.
  6. Let stand at room temperature for 30-40 minutes, or until the melon is well-infused with the port. Do not let sit longer than 40 minutes to prevent the port from soaking into the rind.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

303g

Fat

2g

Carbs

27g