Honeydew Melon

The honeydew melon's characteristic pale green flesh and honeyed sweetness make it one of the most refreshing summer fruits — high water content, gentle sweetness, and a clean, mild flavour that pairs easily with both savoury and sweet accompaniments.

Nutritional Value

• 1 of Your 5 a Day — An 80g portion of honeydew melon counts as one portion of your daily fruit intake.
• Hydration — Over 90% water content; one of the most hydrating foods available. Ideal for hot weather, post-exercise rehydration, and as part of a hydration-focused diet.
• Vitamin C & Folate — Good source of both; folate is particularly important during pregnancy and for cellular health.
• Low Calorie — Approximately 36 kcal per 100g; one of the most satisfying low-calorie snack options.

Ripeness Check

Press gently at the stem end — slight give with a floral, sweet aroma indicates ripeness. The skin should be smooth and waxy with an even pale yellow-green colour; white or bright green skin indicates under-ripeness. A hollow sound when tapped is a good sign.

Serving Ideas

Halved and seeded as a natural bowl for fruit salad. Sliced and wrapped in prosciutto di Parma for a classic Italian antipasto. Cubed in a mint-lime fruit salad. Blended with ginger and coconut water for a cooling summer drink. Pair with feta, cucumber, and mint for a Greek-inspired summer salad.

Ingredients

Honeydew Melon (100%).

How to Store

Uncut: ripen at room temperature for 1–3 days if not fully ripe, then refrigerate. Cut: wrap tightly in cling film or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. The melon absorbs refrigerator odours easily — store separately from strong-smelling foods.