When is Honeydew in Season?
- Summer
Honeydew melons have a smooth, waxy outer surface and are light green. Rinse honeydew melon under running water before cutting to remove any surface dirt. Add honeydew melon to smoothies, popsicles, salads, and yogurt.
Fun fact: Honeydew melon is the sweetest of all melons.
Learning / Teaching Resources
- Honeydew Melon Nutrition, Selection, Storage and Recipes. Foundation for Fresh Produce. Have a Plant®
- Honeydew Melon. University of Kentucky Family and Consumer Sciences Extension.
Additional Resources
- Honeydew Melon Handout (PDF, 856KB). USDA. USDA Household Foods List.
- Honeydew History, Variety, and Fun Facts (PDF|100KB). Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
Recipes
What's on the Menu?
Additional Recipes
- Melon Berry Smoothie. SNAP-Ed. University of Kentucky. Plan Eat Move.
- MyPlate Kitchen Recipes with Honeydew Melon. USDA. MyPlate Kitchen. SNAP Recipes.
Nutrition Information
Serving Size: 1 cup honeydew melon, diced ( 170g)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Calories | 61 |
| Total Fat | 0 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 16 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1 g |
| Total Sugars | 14 g |
| Added Sugars included | 0 g |
| Protein | 1 g |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium | 1 mg |
| Potassium | 8 mg |
| Sodium | 31 mg |
| Iron | 2 mg |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A | 1 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 34 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
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