Melon and Pineapple with Lemon Mint Syrup

INGREDIENTS

• 1 small watermelon, cut into wedges
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 honeydew melon, cut into wedges
• Garnish: fresh mint sprigs
• 1 cantaloupe, seeded and cut into wedges
• 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1 cup packed fresh mint leaves
• 1/2 pineapple, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch wedges