Melon with vodka, orange, and mint

Marinating • 15 minutes

Serves 6–8

1 honeydew melon, quartered lengthwise, seeds removed, and flesh sliced

1 small watermelon, preferably seedless, cut in half, seeds removed if needed, and flesh sliced

1–2 tbsp good-quality vodka

1–2 tbsp fresh orange juice without pulp

handful of coarsely torn fresh mint leaves

Method:

1 Arrange all the melon slices in a serving bowl or platter, drizzle with the vodka and orange juice, then leave to sit for 15 minutes.

2 Sprinkle with the mint and serve.

variation:

You can use any kind of melon, but always try to include watermelon, which will absorb the vodka.

Melon with vodka, orange, and mint