Honeydew
Honeydew
Honeydew
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Honeydew
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Fun Facts

You won't find any honey in honeydew melon, but it is the sweetest melon in the world! Honeydew is another name for the White Antibes melon originally grown in southern France and northern Africa. And while we're naming names, in China these 'dews are called Bailan or Wallace melons. On the menu since around 2400 BC, honeydews were revered by the Egyptians and were a favorite of Cleopatra. This sweet, juicy melon can be yellow, white or green on the outside, with orange or pale green flesh hidden within.

Star Power

Eat your water! With around 90% water, honeydew is a great way to help the body stay hydrated. And with almost 70% of the RDA for vitamin C, honeydew also works hard to strengthen the immune system and kill cell-damaging free radicals. Lots of fiber is good for digestion and potassium is important for stable blood pressure. Add vitamins A, B, E and K, plus antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin to help in the fight against free radicals, keep vision sharp, skin healthy and circulation at peak efficiency. Did you know that white-skinned honeydews are sweeter than yellow-skinned honeydews?

Quick Preps

PREPARE: Wash thoroughly before cutting. Cut in half, scoop out the seeds, slice into wedges and remove the rind with a paring knife. Cut into bite-size pieces.

  • Eat honeydew as is for a yummy snack.
  • Dip honeydew in plain yogurt.
  • Make a fruit salad with honeydew, blueberries and grapes.
  • Blend honeydew with spinach and water, then make into homemade popsicles.
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Fun Tip

Cut honeydew into fun shapes and serve or make a fresh-cut fruit kabob!

Star-Powered Recipe

5 star dinner Honey & Honeydew Sorbet
Honey & Honeydew Sorbet

Serves 2-4

Ingredients

  • 4.5 cups fresh honeydew (approx. 1 honeydew), cubed
  • 1 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • ¼ cup honey
  • ¼ cup water

Method

  • Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Place the cubed honeydew onto the baking sheet, leaving space between the cubes to allow for even freezing.
  • Place the tray in the freezer and freeze the honeydew overnight, or until completely frozen (4-6 hours).
  • Place the frozen honeydew into the bowl of a food processor, along with the lemon juice, honey and water, and pulse until the honeydew becomes crumbly. You may need to add more water until the mixture becomes more fluid, but not slushy. You're looking for a soft sorbet texture.
  • Taste and add any additional honey mixture as needed.
  • Serve immediately, or store in the freezer in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
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How to Store

Fresh, cut up: Wrap tightly with plastic wrap, or place in a covered container and store in the fridge for up to 4 days. To freeze, place in airtight containers or freezer bags for up to a year.

Fresh, whole: Honeydew generally stays fresh at room temperature for up to 4 days or in the fridge for about a week. To freeze, cut in half and remove seeds and rind. Slice, cube or cut into balls. Put in airtight containers or freezer bags for up to a year.

How It Grows

Honeydew needs lots of sunshine and water to grow, and does well in hot, dry climates. Seeds are planted in the spring, grow into vines all summer, and blossom into sweet honeydew melons in the fall.

Peak Seasons

Fall

Varieties

Earlibrew, Honey King, Moonshine, Marygold, Dewlicious, Orange Blossom, Honey Gold

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