Cut Watermelon 250g

Zucchini watermelons are sweet, juicy and the best way to beat the summer heat.

Storage and Uses

• Store them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
• Cut and serve the melons chilled.
• Can be eaten fresh- scoop them up with ice creams or in fruit salads. Spice up your watermelon with a tinge of mint leaves.
• Used in cocktails and fresh juices which also serves as a healthy alternative to sugary carbonated drinks. Rind can be used to prepare pickles, curries and pies. Seeds can be roasted with salt and consumed.

Benefits

• Watermelons have excellent hydrating properties with 90% water content.
• Rich in anti-oxidant flavonoids that protects against prostate, breast, colon, pancreatic and lung cancers.
• They are an excellent source of lycopene which protects skin against harmful UV rays.
• It is also a great source for A, C, B-complex vitamins, iron and fiber which boosts body metabolism.