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Mango and Melon Dessert

3.5

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This refreshing treat, from Mridula Baljekar, author of Indian Cooking Without Fat (Metro Books), is a cool finish to spicy dishes.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups diced fresh mango
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Confectioners' sugar
1 small watermelon (preferably seedless)
Mint sprigs, for garnish

Preparation

  1. In a food processor, purée mango, adding 1 tbsp water, if necessary, to achieve a puddinglike consistency. Add spices; blend thoroughly. Add sugar to taste. Cover and chill 3 to 4 hours. When ready to serve, cut watermelon in half. Using a melon baller, scoop out about 2 cups of balls. Pour purée into 4 shallow bowls and arrange melon balls on top. Garnish with mint sprigs.

Nutrition Per Serving

Nutritional analysis per serving: 239 calories
1.2 g fat (0.2 g saturated)
4.3 g fiber
60.6 g carbs
4 g protein
#### Nutritional analysis provided by Self
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