📝 Description

What is this product?

Rock Melon, also known as Cantaloupe or Sweet Melon, is a deliciously fragrant tropical fruit with a rough, netted rind and juicy orange flesh. It offers a refreshing sweetness with a hint of floral aroma, making it a favorite choice for fruit salads, smoothies, and desserts. Rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium, and hydration-boosting electrolytes, Rock Melon supports glowing skin, good vision, and digestive wellness. Its high water content makes it an ideal fruit for hot climates, providing instant refreshment and energy with every bite. Naturally low in calories and rich in antioxidants like beta-carotene, Rock Melon is the perfect healthy indulgence for any time of the day.

🌍 Origin

The Rock Melon originates from Persia and the Middle East and is now cultivated in warm regions across the world. Today, premium-quality melons are grown in Saudi Arabia, Egypt, India, and Australia, where rich soil and sunlight produce sweet, aromatic fruits. Each melon is carefully handpicked at the peak of ripeness to ensure the finest flavor, juiciness, and vibrant color.

🍽️ Nutrition Table (Per 100g)

Note: Rock Melon is hydrating, rich in vitamin A and C, and supports healthy skin, immunity, and digestion.

👩‍🍳 Cooking Method/Recipes

🍹 Recipe 1: Rock Melon Smoothie

Ingredients: 1 cup diced rock melon, ½ banana, ½ cup yogurt, 1 tsp honey, and ice cubes.

Method:

1. Add all ingredients into a blender.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. Serve chilled and garnish with a mint leaf.

Why it’s healthy: A cooling, vitamin-packed smoothie that hydrates and energizes naturally.

🥗 Recipe 2: Rock Melon Mint Salad

Ingredients: 1 cup rock melon cubes, ½ cup cucumber slices, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp honey, and fresh mint leaves.

Method:

1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
2. Chill for 10 minutes before serving.

Why it’s healthy: A hydrating, low-calorie salad rich in vitamins and antioxidants — perfect for hot days.

🧊 Storage Instructions

🏠 Room Temperature

• Keep uncut rock melon at room temperature until ripe (1–2 days).

❄️ Refrigeration

• Once cut, store melon pieces in an airtight container.
• Remains fresh for 3–4 days when refrigerated.

🥶 Freezing

• Freeze cut melon pieces on a tray, then store in freezer-safe bags.
• Use within 2 months for smoothies or frozen desserts.

🧺 Handling Tips

• Select melons that are slightly soft at the stem end with a sweet, fruity aroma.
• Wash the rind before cutting to avoid transferring bacteria to the flesh.
• Serve chilled for the best flavor and texture.