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–+ servings (1 individual watermelon)

Tequila-Soaked Watermelon Wedges Recipe

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It’s a BBQ you’ll never forget—you won’t believe your taste buds! This jalapeno basil tequila soaked watermelon wedges recipe is out of this world!
Course cocktails
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 8 servings (1 individual watermelon)
Calories 310
Author Cheryl Najafi

Ingredients

  • 1 watermelon seedless, individual cut into 1" thick wedges
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 jalapeño sliced
  • 5 large fresh basil leaves
  • 1/2 cup tequila
  • 1/4 cup triple sec

Instructions

  • Arrange watermelon in a single layer in a large baking dish. Bring sugar, water, jalapeno, basil, tequila and triple sec to a boil in a saucepan. Cook for about 1 minute until sugar dissolves. Let cool then pour syrup over watermelon wedges and refrigerate for 45 minutes–1 hour.
  • Remove watermelon from syrup and arrange on a platter. Enjoy!

Notes

For an extra special touch, have some coarse sea salt nearby so guests can sprinkle their watermelon wedge with a savory punch!

Nutrition

Calories: 310kcal | Carbohydrates: 67g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 580mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 60g