What would be a good substitute for mint in this salad?!


Question:

What would be a good substitute for mint in this salad?

Watermelon and Cantaloupe Salad with Mint Vinaigrette Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis
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1 bunch fresh mint, chopped
1/4 cup lemon juice, from about 1 lemon
1/4 cup simple syrup, recipe follows
1/8 teaspoon amaretto
2 cups watermelon balls, from about half a watermelon
2 cups cantaloupe balls, from about 1 cantaloupe
In a blender, combine mint, lemon juice, simple syrup, and amaretto. Blend until smooth.
In a large bowl, combine the watermelon and the cantaloupe. Add the vinaigrette and toss. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve.
Simple Syrup:
1/2 cup water
1 cup sugar
In a saucepan, combine water and sugar over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, until the sugar has dissolved. Take pan off heat and cool the syrup. Any extra cooled syrup can be saved in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Yield: 1 cup

would rosemary be good?


Answers:
Rosemary would overpower the fruit in the salad; it's a very strong herb. I would either use sweet basil or maybe a little lemon thyme or even some lemongrass.

No. Rosemary pairs more with savory dishes. If you can't find fresh mint, I would either use a bit of peppermint extract or leave it out completely.

No rosemary, instead of spice you can try either mango or passion fruit puree

I don't know about rosemary. It seems too bold, but maybe it would work for you. I was thinking more along the line of cilantro. Cilantro with sweet things has got a real kicky taste. It might be too much for some, but I really like it.

Sometimes Thyme and Sage together will be a good sub for mint

How about some fresh dill???

poppy seed
I've seen a Poppyseed Vinaigrette for fruit in the supermarket.




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