Cantaloupe in Port Jelly

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Cantaloupe in Port Jelly
45 min.
4
143kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and elegant dessert that will impress your guests? Try our delightful Cantaloupe in Port Jelly! This gluten-free and dairy-free treat combines the sweet, juicy flavors of ripe cantaloupe with a luscious Port wine jelly, creating a perfect balance of taste and texture. Perfect for an antipasti platter, a starter, or even as a sophisticated snack, this recipe is sure to become a favorite at your gatherings.

What makes this dish so appealing is not just its beautiful presentation, but also its simplicity and the harmony of its ingredients. The velvety Port jelly, infused with a hint of lemon, complements the fresh cantaloupe, making each bite a burst of refreshing flavor. Plus, with only 143 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt!

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe requires minimal effort while offering maximum impact. Just a few steps will lead you to a stunning dessert that can be prepared in advance, allowing you to enjoy your time with family and friends without the stress of last-minute preparations. Whether it's for a special occasion or a casual get-together, Cantaloupe in Port Jelly is the perfect way to elevate your dining experience.

Ingredients

  • 0.3 large cantaloupe 
  • 1.5 teaspoons gelatin powder unflavored
  • 1.5 teaspoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.8 cup port wine 
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 0.8 cup water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • ramekin

Directions

  1. In a small saucepan sprinkle gelatin over water and let soften 1 minute.
  2. Heat gelatin mixture over moderate heat, stirring, until gelatin is dissolved.
  3. Add sugar and Port and simmer, stirring occasionally, 3 minutes.
  4. Remove pan from heat and stir in lemon juice. Cool Port gelatin to room temperature.
  5. Seed cantaloupe and cut into 1/4-inch-thick wedges. Discard rind and cut enough wedges crosswise into 1/4-inch pieces to measure 1 cup. Divide melon among four 3/4-cup ramekins or bowls and pour Port gelatin over it. Chill jellies, covered, until set, at least 6 hours, and up to 1 day.

Nutrition Facts

Calories143kcal
Protein7.19%
Fat1.24%
Carbs91.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.4
Glycemic Load
11.25
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
3.4369565067084%

Flavonoids

Petunidin
2.98mg
Delphinidin
1.75mg
Malvidin
42.67mg
Peonidin
1.77mg
Catechin
4.44mg
Epicatechin
3.4mg
Eriodictyol
0.09mg
Hesperetin
0.27mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.33mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.88mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:142.86kcal
7.14%
Fat:0.14g
0.21%
Saturated Fat:0.03g
0.17%
Carbohydrates:22.9g
7.63%
Net Carbohydrates:22.48g
8.18%
Sugar:20.03g
22.26%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:24.61mg
1.07%
Alcohol:6.89g
100%
Alcohol %:5.59%
100%
Protein:1.8g
3.6%
Vitamin A:1720.71IU
34.41%
Vitamin C:6.27mg
7.6%
Copper:0.1mg
5.21%
Manganese:0.08mg
3.84%
Potassium:123.69mg
3.53%
Magnesium:11.55mg
2.89%
Selenium:1.76µg
2.51%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.26%
Vitamin B3:0.45mg
2.26%
Folate:7.95µg
1.99%
Iron:0.33mg
1.81%
Zinc:0.26mg
1.76%
Fiber:0.41g
1.65%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.64%
Phosphorus:13.43mg
1.34%
Vitamin K:1.37µg
1.31%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.07%
Calcium:10.57mg
1.06%
Source:Epicurious