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]]>Get creative with your watermelon by turning it into a fresh and fruity pizza. Slice your melon into thick rounds to serve as the “crust”, use crumbled feta or yogurt as the cheese, then add some more fresh fruit and mint leaves for toppings. This is an especially great option if you have kids and are looking for fun, easy activities that you can do together.
Store-bought popsicles are fine, but homemade popsicles made with real fresh fruit are incredibly simple to make and taste so much better. Just blend some fresh watermelon chunks with a splash of lime juice and a bit of sweetener, then pour the mixture into popsicle molds, insert sticks, and freeze until solid. If you prefer to follow a specific recipe, we love this one by The Healthful Ideas.
For an adult indulgence, you can’t go wrong by mixing some frozen watermelon into a cocktail. Blend frozen watermelon cubes with some lime, fresh mint, and a generous pour of your favorite spirit, such as vodka or rum. If you prefer wine over hard spirits, this recipe for watermelon frosé is a must-try.
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]]>The post Have You Tried Seasoning Your Watermelon? You Really Should appeared first on foodisinthehouse.com.
]]>Watermelon can become even more exciting if you add some seasoning to it. It will completely change your watermelon-eating experience. Feel free to experiment, but make sure to check out these ideas first.
You can probably guess why this combo works. The sweetness of the watermelon gets dialed up to 11 thanks to honey, and you’ll feel guilty about how good it is.
Simply take half of a lemon and squeeze it all over your watermelon slices. Lemon juice will provide the watermelon with a citrusy kick that will add a refreshing note to its sweetness.
We know that watermelon and sea salt sounds like a weird combo, but hear us out. You know how salt can make chocolate better? Well, it also works in the same way with watermelon. It makes the sweetness more prominent, enhances the flavor, and removes the bitterness that slightly unripe watermelons have.
How about sweet and spicy? Cut the watermelon meat into cubes and generously sprinkle chili powder on top. Give it a good toss, and be amazed by the results.
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]]>The post Become A Watermelon Whisperer This Summer With These Tips appeared first on foodisinthehouse.com.
]]>When it comes to picking a watermelon, forget the old wives’ tales about thumping your chest or tapping your head. The real trick is the knock test. Give the watermelon a gentle tap with your knuckles. If you hear a deep and hollow sound, like a drum, that’s a sign of ripeness. A dull or flat sound might indicate an underripe or overripe fruit. So, trust your ears and let the sweet sound guide you to watermelon bliss.
Take a peek at the watermelon’s underbelly—the spot where it rested on the ground while ripening. If it’s creamy yellow, it’s a good indication that the watermelon is ripe and ready to be devoured. A white or green underbelly might suggest an underripe fruit. So, lift those watermelons and give their bellies a check for that golden hue.
Size isn’t everything, especially when it comes to watermelons. Instead of focusing on size, pay attention to weight. A ripe watermelon should feel heavy for its size. That’s a sign that it’s filled with delicious, juicy goodness. So, trust your hands and go for the heavyweight champions of the watermelon world.
Inspect the watermelon’s outer skin for its distinctive web-like pattern. This network of lines, known as the “webbing,” indicates that bees had a sweet rendezvous with the watermelon’s blossoms, pollinating it to perfection. The more pronounced and well-defined the webbing, the higher the chances of finding a sweet and juicy watermelon.
While watermelons come in all shapes and sizes, there are a few pointers to keep in mind. Look for a watermelon that is uniformly shaped and free of bumps or irregularities. Avoid watermelons with soft spots or bruises, as they may be signs of internal decay. Seek out a watermelon that feels symmetrical and smooth, like a work of art.
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]]>Firecrackers are one of the most refreshing cocktails you should try this summer, and they’re usually made with aged rum, orange liqueur, lime juice, simple syrup, cayenne pepper, and watermelon.
Watermelon and vodka are a match made in heaven, and this is one of the most popular cocktails you can make with them. It’s made with the same ingredients as Moscow mule with the addition of watermelon juice.
As its name suggests, watermelon and black pepper honey syrup are the main ingredients in this cocktail, while London dry gin gives it a boozy note.
Margaritas are a popular cocktail in its own right, with many different variations on the market, and you can use watermelon to make it even more epic.
Mojitos are one of the most beloved Cuban cocktails, made with white rum, sugar, lime juice, soda water, and mint, and you can take it to a whole new level by adding watermelon to the mix.
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]]>The post Here’s How to Spot a Wonderful Watermelon appeared first on foodisinthehouse.com.
]]>When searching for the sweetest watermelon, look for a big yellow patch on the rind as this indicates where the fruit was laying in the sunshine. The larger the patch, the longer the melon spent chilling—and ripening—on the ground, allowing all those sugars to intensify.
Spider-Man isn’t the only one who has a webbing connection. In fact, the more webbing found on your watermelon, the better. The lines are caused by bee pollination, meaning that the more there are, the sweeter the fruit!
If you find a dark spot on your watermelon rind, you may be tempted to swap it for another—but don’t. Dark marks are actually a sign that the watermelon is deliciously sweet! The mark is caused by sugar seeping out—another indication that the pink flesh on the inside is sweet and juicy.
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]]>You can never go wrong with a cold snack on a hot day, and this watermelon granita is one of our favorites. It’s sweet and refreshing, and the alcohol can be omitted for those that prefer their drinks without.
Rich, creamy, salty feta acts as the perfect complement to sweet watermelon in this fresh and delicious summer salad. Watermelon and feta have been a popular pairing throughout the Mediterranean for years, and after tasting this salad, we can understand why.
Sure, it may sound a little odd, but hear us out. When watermelon is cooked, its texture changes and becomes tougher. It’s still sweet, but it makes for an interesting and tasty substitute for anyone looking for an option that’s lighter than meat. This recipe is smoky and flavorful and goes perfectly with any of your favorite summer side dishes.
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]]>The post Unusual Watermelon Pairings That Actually Taste Delicious appeared first on foodisinthehouse.com.
]]>If watermelon and cheese happen to be two of your favorite foods, how about eating them at the same time? You can experiment with all sorts of different cheeses, but feta is one of the best possible choices for this combo since it’s just as refreshing as watermelon.
Watermelon and prosciutto are a pretty popular combo, but what if we told you it’s possible to ditch meat for fish and get a snack that tastes just as good? That’s exactly the idea behind the watermelon and smoked salmon pairing, and it’s the ultimate protein-packed snack.
Watermelon and cucumber are both amongst the most hydrating foods on the market, so it doesn’t come as a surprise that they perfectly complement each other. You can make many amazing salads using these two healthy add-ins, and they’ll always taste extra-delicious.
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]]>The post Tasty Ways to Enjoy Watermelon Rind appeared first on foodisinthehouse.com.
]]>Even though it may sound unusual at first, you can easily throw watermelon rind in a pan and stir-fry it with other veggies to make a delicious and quick meal.
Salads are by far the most popular and enjoyable summer food, and therefore they are your best choice for using up the rest of this tasty fruit. You can add raw watermelon rind to nearly any salad to make it tasty and more nutritious.
Watermelon is the most hydrating summer fruit so it’s no wonder you can use it to make delicious juices. Even watermelon rind can be juiced and turned into refreshing and nutritious beverages, but you can also blend it to make smoothies.
In case you didn’t know, watermelon rind is one of many foods that you can pickle and enjoy eating with different dishes. This is one of the most popular ways for using up watermelon rind and it’s also super delicious.
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]]>The post Savory Ways to Enjoy Watermelon this Summer appeared first on foodisinthehouse.com.
]]>Hydrating and refreshing salad recipes are all you need this summer season, so make sure to try this watermelon salad with arugula, feta cheese, and mint.
These sweet and savory bites are the perfect appetizers for summer parties that will spoil your guests, and they’re super easy to make.
This is a fun, juicy, and delicious twist on the popular Mexican condiment that’s perfect for summer season. Watermelon salsa is versatile and you can eat it with chips, chicken, tacos, and more.
Gazpacho is a refreshing cold soup that will keep you hydrated on hot summer days. If you love sweet and savory food combinations, this season is the perfect time to make tasty watermelon gazpacho.
In case you didn’t know, watermelon rind is completely edible and you can use it for preparing watermelon pickles. This is a nice, crunchy summer snack that will help you reduce food waste.
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]]>Get creative with your watermelon by turning it into a fresh and fruity pizza. Slice your melon into thick rounds to serve as the “crust”, use crumbled feta or yogurt as the cheese, then add some more fresh fruit and mint leaves for toppings. This is an especially great option if you have kids and are looking for fun, easy activities that you can do together.
Store-bought popsicles are fine, but homemade popsicles made with real fresh fruit are incredibly simple to make and taste so much better. Just blend some fresh watermelon chunks with a splash of lime juice and a bit of sweetener, then pour the mixture into popsicle molds, insert sticks, and freeze until solid. If you prefer to follow a specific recipe, we love this one by The Healthful Ideas.
For an adult indulgence, you can’t go wrong by mixing some frozen watermelon into a cocktail. Blend frozen watermelon cubes with some lime, fresh mint, and a generous pour of your favorite spirit, such as vodka or rum. If you prefer wine over hard spirits, this recipe for watermelon frosé is a must-try.
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]]>The post Have You Tried Seasoning Your Watermelon? You Really Should appeared first on foodisinthehouse.com.
]]>Watermelon can become even more exciting if you add some seasoning to it. It will completely change your watermelon-eating experience. Feel free to experiment, but make sure to check out these ideas first.
You can probably guess why this combo works. The sweetness of the watermelon gets dialed up to 11 thanks to honey, and you’ll feel guilty about how good it is.
Simply take half of a lemon and squeeze it all over your watermelon slices. Lemon juice will provide the watermelon with a citrusy kick that will add a refreshing note to its sweetness.
We know that watermelon and sea salt sounds like a weird combo, but hear us out. You know how salt can make chocolate better? Well, it also works in the same way with watermelon. It makes the sweetness more prominent, enhances the flavor, and removes the bitterness that slightly unripe watermelons have.
How about sweet and spicy? Cut the watermelon meat into cubes and generously sprinkle chili powder on top. Give it a good toss, and be amazed by the results.
The post Have You Tried Seasoning Your Watermelon? You Really Should appeared first on foodisinthehouse.com.
]]>The post Become A Watermelon Whisperer This Summer With These Tips appeared first on foodisinthehouse.com.
]]>When it comes to picking a watermelon, forget the old wives’ tales about thumping your chest or tapping your head. The real trick is the knock test. Give the watermelon a gentle tap with your knuckles. If you hear a deep and hollow sound, like a drum, that’s a sign of ripeness. A dull or flat sound might indicate an underripe or overripe fruit. So, trust your ears and let the sweet sound guide you to watermelon bliss.
Take a peek at the watermelon’s underbelly—the spot where it rested on the ground while ripening. If it’s creamy yellow, it’s a good indication that the watermelon is ripe and ready to be devoured. A white or green underbelly might suggest an underripe fruit. So, lift those watermelons and give their bellies a check for that golden hue.
Size isn’t everything, especially when it comes to watermelons. Instead of focusing on size, pay attention to weight. A ripe watermelon should feel heavy for its size. That’s a sign that it’s filled with delicious, juicy goodness. So, trust your hands and go for the heavyweight champions of the watermelon world.
Inspect the watermelon’s outer skin for its distinctive web-like pattern. This network of lines, known as the “webbing,” indicates that bees had a sweet rendezvous with the watermelon’s blossoms, pollinating it to perfection. The more pronounced and well-defined the webbing, the higher the chances of finding a sweet and juicy watermelon.
While watermelons come in all shapes and sizes, there are a few pointers to keep in mind. Look for a watermelon that is uniformly shaped and free of bumps or irregularities. Avoid watermelons with soft spots or bruises, as they may be signs of internal decay. Seek out a watermelon that feels symmetrical and smooth, like a work of art.
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]]>The post Delicious and Refreshing Watermelon Cocktails You Have to Try This Summer appeared first on foodisinthehouse.com.
]]>Firecrackers are one of the most refreshing cocktails you should try this summer, and they’re usually made with aged rum, orange liqueur, lime juice, simple syrup, cayenne pepper, and watermelon.
Watermelon and vodka are a match made in heaven, and this is one of the most popular cocktails you can make with them. It’s made with the same ingredients as Moscow mule with the addition of watermelon juice.
As its name suggests, watermelon and black pepper honey syrup are the main ingredients in this cocktail, while London dry gin gives it a boozy note.
Margaritas are a popular cocktail in its own right, with many different variations on the market, and you can use watermelon to make it even more epic.
Mojitos are one of the most beloved Cuban cocktails, made with white rum, sugar, lime juice, soda water, and mint, and you can take it to a whole new level by adding watermelon to the mix.
The post Delicious and Refreshing Watermelon Cocktails You Have to Try This Summer appeared first on foodisinthehouse.com.
]]>The post Here’s How to Spot a Wonderful Watermelon appeared first on foodisinthehouse.com.
]]>When searching for the sweetest watermelon, look for a big yellow patch on the rind as this indicates where the fruit was laying in the sunshine. The larger the patch, the longer the melon spent chilling—and ripening—on the ground, allowing all those sugars to intensify.
Spider-Man isn’t the only one who has a webbing connection. In fact, the more webbing found on your watermelon, the better. The lines are caused by bee pollination, meaning that the more there are, the sweeter the fruit!
If you find a dark spot on your watermelon rind, you may be tempted to swap it for another—but don’t. Dark marks are actually a sign that the watermelon is deliciously sweet! The mark is caused by sugar seeping out—another indication that the pink flesh on the inside is sweet and juicy.
The post Here’s How to Spot a Wonderful Watermelon appeared first on foodisinthehouse.com.
]]>The post Fun Ways to Use Watermelon appeared first on foodisinthehouse.com.
]]>You can never go wrong with a cold snack on a hot day, and this watermelon granita is one of our favorites. It’s sweet and refreshing, and the alcohol can be omitted for those that prefer their drinks without.
Rich, creamy, salty feta acts as the perfect complement to sweet watermelon in this fresh and delicious summer salad. Watermelon and feta have been a popular pairing throughout the Mediterranean for years, and after tasting this salad, we can understand why.
Sure, it may sound a little odd, but hear us out. When watermelon is cooked, its texture changes and becomes tougher. It’s still sweet, but it makes for an interesting and tasty substitute for anyone looking for an option that’s lighter than meat. This recipe is smoky and flavorful and goes perfectly with any of your favorite summer side dishes.
The post Fun Ways to Use Watermelon appeared first on foodisinthehouse.com.
]]>The post Unusual Watermelon Pairings That Actually Taste Delicious appeared first on foodisinthehouse.com.
]]>If watermelon and cheese happen to be two of your favorite foods, how about eating them at the same time? You can experiment with all sorts of different cheeses, but feta is one of the best possible choices for this combo since it’s just as refreshing as watermelon.
Watermelon and prosciutto are a pretty popular combo, but what if we told you it’s possible to ditch meat for fish and get a snack that tastes just as good? That’s exactly the idea behind the watermelon and smoked salmon pairing, and it’s the ultimate protein-packed snack.
Watermelon and cucumber are both amongst the most hydrating foods on the market, so it doesn’t come as a surprise that they perfectly complement each other. You can make many amazing salads using these two healthy add-ins, and they’ll always taste extra-delicious.
The post Unusual Watermelon Pairings That Actually Taste Delicious appeared first on foodisinthehouse.com.
]]>The post Tasty Ways to Enjoy Watermelon Rind appeared first on foodisinthehouse.com.
]]>Even though it may sound unusual at first, you can easily throw watermelon rind in a pan and stir-fry it with other veggies to make a delicious and quick meal.
Salads are by far the most popular and enjoyable summer food, and therefore they are your best choice for using up the rest of this tasty fruit. You can add raw watermelon rind to nearly any salad to make it tasty and more nutritious.
Watermelon is the most hydrating summer fruit so it’s no wonder you can use it to make delicious juices. Even watermelon rind can be juiced and turned into refreshing and nutritious beverages, but you can also blend it to make smoothies.
In case you didn’t know, watermelon rind is one of many foods that you can pickle and enjoy eating with different dishes. This is one of the most popular ways for using up watermelon rind and it’s also super delicious.
The post Tasty Ways to Enjoy Watermelon Rind appeared first on foodisinthehouse.com.
]]>The post Savory Ways to Enjoy Watermelon this Summer appeared first on foodisinthehouse.com.
]]>Hydrating and refreshing salad recipes are all you need this summer season, so make sure to try this watermelon salad with arugula, feta cheese, and mint.
These sweet and savory bites are the perfect appetizers for summer parties that will spoil your guests, and they’re super easy to make.
This is a fun, juicy, and delicious twist on the popular Mexican condiment that’s perfect for summer season. Watermelon salsa is versatile and you can eat it with chips, chicken, tacos, and more.
Gazpacho is a refreshing cold soup that will keep you hydrated on hot summer days. If you love sweet and savory food combinations, this season is the perfect time to make tasty watermelon gazpacho.
In case you didn’t know, watermelon rind is completely edible and you can use it for preparing watermelon pickles. This is a nice, crunchy summer snack that will help you reduce food waste.
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