Spicy & Savory Sweet Honeydew Melon

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   In a small pot boil water and sugar, once boiling, add the basil stems, chili and lemon zest and remove from heat.

2. 2

   All the syrup to cool to room temperature.

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   Then you can refrigerate the simple syrup for anywhere 15 minutes or up to 24 hours. The longer it sits the more flavor you will get.

4. 4

   Remove the basil stems from the syrup and discard.

5. 5

   In a large bowl toss the melon with the chilled syrup.

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   Add the remaining salt, the white pepper if using and the basil leaves, toss gently .

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   Drizzle with olive oil and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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