Cucumis melo | Orange Flesh Muskmelon | Kharbooja
The orange-fleshed sweet melon is a summer favourite known for its intensely sweet, fragrant flesh and smooth, pale yellow-green outer skin. Softer and more aromatic than a cantaloupe, it has a honey-like sweetness and a meltingly soft texture that makes it perfect for eating fresh.
Health Benefits
Nutrition: Calories: 36 kcal | Water: 90% | Vitamin C: good | Carbs: 8.8g (per 100g)
Culinary Uses: Best enjoyed fresh and chilled. Used in fruit salads, juices, smoothies, and desserts. Pairs beautifully with chaat masala as a street food snack.
The orange-fleshed sweet melon is a summer favourite known for its intensely sweet, fragrant flesh and smooth, pale yellow-green outer skin. Softer and more aromatic than a cantaloupe, it has a honey-like sweetness and a meltingly soft texture that makes it perfect for eating fresh.
