Where to Store
Countertop / Refrigerator Shelf
How Long to Store
2–4 Days to Ripen / 2–3 Days in Fridge
Storage Container?
Loose
1. Melons tell you they’re ripe with a floral, fruity aroma near the end opposite the stem area.
2. Pumpkin seeds shouldn’t get all the love. Roast up watermelon seeds for a delicious snack!
3. Freeze cut watermelon on a cookie sheet overnight before transitioning to storage containers until you are ready to use.
Meet your new favorite snack - roasted melon seeds! After separating and rinsing the seeds, simply toss with a little olive oil and your favorite seasonings and then spread evenly on a cookie sheet and bake at 300℉ for about 30 minutes or until golden brown.
Always thoroughly wash melons before cutting them. This will help reduce the possibility of transferring any lingering bacteria to the flesh as your knife cuts through the rind.
Savory ingredients like salt, acid and spice complement the natural sweetness of watermelon, cantaloupe or honeydew and help enhance its flavor. Try playing with a drizzle of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, or a squeeze of lemon or lime juice, and top with a sprinkle of salt or chili flakes.