Horchata de Melon

Molly53's Note:

A refreshing South of the Border thirst quencher posted in response to a recipe request. From the Houston Chronicle. Chilling time not included in the prep time. Yield depends on quantity of melon used.

• Total Time: 10 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 1

• 1 cantaloupe, skinned and chopped into a large measuring cup (seeds and juice included)

For every cup of pulp add

• 1 cup cold water
• 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar (or to taste)
• 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lime juice (or to taste)

Directions:

1. Place all ingredients in a blender and whirl until very smooth.
2. Refrigerate for at least 1/2 hour (and up to 8 hours).
3. When ready to serve, strain through a fine sieve and serve over ice cubes.

Reviews

[Charishma_Ramchandani]

This is a DELICIOUS drink! I had to use sweetmelon as a substitute for the cantaloupe since I couldn't get a cantaloupe here when I went shopping .I served this wonderful and simple beverage at Iftaar(breaking of the Ramadan fast) today and it was loved by everybody! The measurements stated here made 6 cups for me and not 1-2 cups as has been mentioned in the recipe. Thank you indeed VERY VERY MUCH for a simple, refreshing, healthy and wonderful sherbet that I am going to be making alot from now on!