Tipsy Red-and-Yellow Watermelon Salad

Tipsy Red-and-Yellow Watermelon Salad gets its name from the marinade that contains vodka and black raspberry liqueur. This pretty and easy to prepare spiked-fruit salad is perfect for summer gatherings

Ingredients

• 1/2 (6-lb.) red watermelon 
• 1/2 (6-lb.) yellow watermelon 
• 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 10 to 12 lemons) 
• 2/3 cup sugar 
• 1/2 cup vodka 
• 1/3 cup black raspberry liqueur Pinch of fine sea salt 
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint 
• Garnish: fresh mint sprigs

How to Make It
Step 1
Scoop watermelons into balls using various size melon ballers, and place watermelon in a large bowl.

Step 2
Whisk together lemon juice and next 4 ingredients in a medium bowl until sugar dissolves. Pour lemon juice mixture over watermelon balls; gently stir to coat. Cover and chill 1 to 2 hours.

Step 3
Gently toss watermelon balls. Sprinkle with chopped fresh mint. Serve immediately with a slotted spoon.

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