Rosewater Salad Indian Dessert Recipe

A delightful Indian dessert recipe, discovered in a June 1999 magazine! This chilled rosewater melon and strawberry salad is incredibly easy to make and perfect for a hot summer day. The delicate rosewater perfectly complements the juicy sweetness of the melon and strawberries, creating a light and refreshing treat. Minimal prep, maximum flavour!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 66.8 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Rosewater Salad Indian Dessert

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How to Make Rosewater Salad Indian Dessert

  1. Peel and deseed one medium-sized honeydew melon (approximately 3 cups cubed).
  2. Cut the melon into even 1-inch chunks and place them in a beautiful serving bowl.
  3. Wash and hull approximately 1 pint (about 12 ounces) of fresh strawberries.
  4. Halve the strawberries and add them to the bowl with the melon.
  5. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of rosewater over the fruit and gently toss to coat evenly.
  6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
  7. Before serving, sprinkle generously with icing sugar (about 2 tablespoons) to taste.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

57g

Fat

0g

Carbs

5g