Did You Know?
Watermelon is 92% water, making it one of the most hydrating foods; in Japan, square watermelons are grown in box-shaped molds and can cost over $100 each.
Overview
Africa · summer · fruits
Watermelon is a refreshing summer fruit with red or yellow flesh, extremely high water content (92%), mild sweet flavor, and crisp texture enjoyed fresh and in salads and drinks.
Africa
Origin
summer
Season
Easy
Difficulty
fruits
Category
Flavor Profile
Sweetwateryfresh
Storage Tips
Whole watermelon keeps at room temperature for 2 weeks; cut watermelon refrigerates for 3–5 days; best served chilled.
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How to Cook with Watermelon
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Pair with feta, mint, and lime for a classic summer salad; watermelon juice makes a refreshing drink; grill slices for caramelized sweetness.
Substitutes
Cucumber (for salads without the sweetness), cantaloupe, or honeydew melon
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Watermelon
Nutrition Highlights
calories
30 kcal per 100g
key_nutrients
Lycopene, citrulline, vitamin C, vitamin A, potassium, water (92%)
Quick Facts
Categoryfruits
OriginAfrica
Seasonsummer
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
Contains lycopene (more than tomatoes) with cancer-preventive properties; citrulline may improve exercise performance; highly hydrating.
Watermelon Photos
6 photos showcasing Watermelon in its many forms
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Watermelon
fruits
OriginAfrica
Seasonsummer
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Sweetwateryfresh
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