Ingredients
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lime zest plus 2 tablespoons juice (from 1 lime)
2 tablespoons light-brown sugar
2 tablespoons light rum
1/4 teaspoon salt
6-pound piece chilled seedless watermelon
2 tablespoons slivered fresh mint leaves
Preparation
In a large bowl, whisk together lime juice, sugar, rum, and salt.
Using a melon baller, scoop melon into balls (you’ll get about 10 cups), or cut melon into bite-size chunks. Add melon to lime mixture in bowl. Sprinkle with mint and lime zest, and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate, up to 2 hours.
