The watermelon can reach 15 kg or more in weight. Its flesh contains even more water than that of the sugar melon - up to 95 %. In the warm season, the sweet watermelon is an ideal thirst quencher.

Origin

Watermelon is now grown all over the world: in southern Europe, North Africa, southern Russia, the USA, South America, Japan, China, i.e. in the tropics and subtropics of the whole world. The most significant imports from May to the end of September come from Spain, Italy, Hungary, Greece and in the low season from Panama and Costa Rica.

Tipps.

Tips

Covered with cling film, you can keep the cut sides of the sliced watermelon fresh in the fridge for several days.

Preparation

Watermelons are best eaten raw by cutting the fruit into segments and removing the inedible seeds. In the meantime, there are also varieties with fewer seeds, which expand the range. They can also be used in fruit salads, cold dishes, sorbets, desserts or refreshing, even non-alcoholic, fruit bowls.