Cantaloupe with Spiced Wine
(low fat & low calorie recipe)


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I adapted this recipe from Gourmet Magazine, February 2002. This delicious and easy-to-make fruit salt is great for a brunch entree or a light dessert.

Cantaloupe with Spiced Wine

More of Linda's delicious Melon Recipes and Fruit Recipes.
 



Cantaloupe with Spiced Wine Recipe

Recipe Type: Salad and Salad Dressing, Melons, Wine
Yields: 4 servings
Prep time: 15 min


Ingredients:

1 cup dry white wine*
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Bunch mint leaves
1 teaspoon peppercorns
, crushed
1 ripe cantaloupe, chilled
Mint leaves

* I like to use our Oregon Pinot Gris wine.


Preparation:

In a small heavy saucepan, simmer wine, sugar, mint leaves, and crushed peppercorns until mixture is reduced to about 1/4 cup, approximately 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool. Strain mixture, discarding mint leaves and any peppercorns that come through strainer. Store in refrigerator until ready to use. NOTE: Spiced wine can be made 1 week ahead and refrigerated in an airtight container.

With a melon baller, scoop out 1-inch balls (or cut with knife into bite-size pieces) from the melon and place into a medium bowl.

Just before serving, drizzle cantaloupe pieces with the wine/mint sauce. Sprinkle fresh mint leaves over the cantaloupe and gently mix in.


Makes 4 servings.

 

Cantaloupe with Spiced Wine - Nutritional Information

I cannot guarantee the accuracy of the below information. All information is intended for your general knowledge only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for specific medical conditions. You should seek prompt medical care for any specific health issues and consult your physician before starting a new fitness regimen.

Item

Amount

Fat Grams

Calories

WW Points

wine, white 1 cup 0 160 4
sugar (may sub. Splenda) 2 tablespoons 0 96 2
cantaloupe 1 ripe 0 200 4
Recipe Totals   0 456 10

Recipe makes 4 servings.

Per Serving - 0 fat grams, 114 calories, 2.5 WW points