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Korean Melon is delicious and nutritious fruit and it is very attractive compare to other melons in the fruit section. It is bright yellow in color and generally found in Korean foodstuff. It has oval shape having the size of a papaya and white ridges are present on the surface of fruit.

When picking a melon, most people feel melon-challenged. For picking all melon, rules are not same. But, universal two things are present for melons same as for most fruits. The first thing is to pursue the advice of nose. Flavor of the melon is most likely will be good if it has fragrant smells. Another universal thing is weight. Heavier melons have almost always better flavor than lightweight melons.

The small sunny-colored Korean melon has moderately sweet white to pale peach flesh and also a large seed cavity in the center. The Korean melon has little more tolerance for skin blemishes than Japanese melon. This is an unpreserved melon. It should be eaten within 5 days of purchase.

Nutritional facts:

Korean Melons are totally cholesterol-free and also it is low in fat and calories. Also, it is low in sodium and so it is beneficial for high blood pressure patients. It is a good source of vitamin C and also calcium. It also has dietary fiber which helps in constipation. It is one of the five daily serving fruits that lower the risk of cancer.

Calories Information Nutrition chart of Korean Melon:

For serving 1 cup of approximate weight 170 g:

Total calories: 48

Note: Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs, your daily values may be higher or lower.

Applications:

It is recommended to rinse whole melons with clean running water before slicing of it. Melons which are unripe can be maintained well with a splash of liqueur, such as orange liqueur, orange or other citrus juice, a sprinkle of sugar and minced candied ginger. For cold melon soup or a honey made yummy refreshing smoothie, orange juice and yogurt, overripe melons are ideal. For a variety of salads, fresh fruit salad or party dips, hollow melons will be made decorative and celebratory bowls. It can be stored well in a plastic bag for two to three days after cutting.

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