Ingredients

4 tbsp sugar

¼ tsp salt

2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced

4 tbsp rice wine vinegar

2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, chopped

4 cups watermelon, cubed

⅛ tsp coarsely ground black pepper

Preparation

Place sugar, salt, ginger, and vinegar in a microwave-safe measuring cup, and process on high until mixture is bubbly and sugar is dissolved.

Pour through a strainer and let cool slightly.

Place watermelon and mint in a serving bowl and drizzle with the ginger syrup.

Toss together.

Refrigerate for 20 minutes to blend flavors.

Sprinkle with pepper, and garnish with a mint sprig.