Watermelon

Nutrition Panel:
Watermelon Raw per 100g

Calories: 30 Energy: 125 kj

Protein:

0.61 g

Fat - total:

0 g

Carbohydrate - by diff:

7.55 g

Sugar - total:

6.20 g

Fibre:

0.4 g

Water:

91.45 g

General Description:

Large oblong or roundish shaped melon with a hard green rind.
Flesh is sweet & juicy with a grainy texture & will be either red or yellow in colour.
On average watermelons are 92 percent water.

Selection:

Watermelons dont ripen after harvest, so a watermelon is ready to eat when purchased.
A good watermelon will be firm, evenly shaped and will be heavy for its size.
A ripe watermelon will usually have a deep sound when slapped with an open palm.

Nutrition Information:

The darker the watermelon, the greater the quantity of carotenoids.
Watermelons provide dietary fibre & Vitamin C.
Also one of three major sources of Lycopene.
Provides 125kj / 100g.

Storage & Handling Information:

Prior to being cut - store your watermelon at room temperature.
Once cut wrap in plastic and store in the refrigerator.
Try to use within 3 days.

Growing Area Information:

WA - Outer Metropolitan Areas, South West, Geraldton, Canarvon, Ord River, Broome.