Rock Melon

This was Jens dessert the other day. It was his first day to try the rock melon and he loves it.

Rockmelon is a rich source of vitamin C. A 200 gram serve is equivalent of 200% RDI of vitamin C. The deep orange variety contains beta carotene and other members of carotenoid family. Plus, it is low in kilojoules.

When buying rock melon, select those with a sweet aroma and a pronounced netting on the skin. Background colour should be beige to golden.

It don't get ripen after harvent, just get soft so store in room temperature. After it's cut, cover and refrigerate.