Is there any fruit more iconic in the summertime than a bright and juicy fresh watermelon? We didn’t think so! So it makes a whole lot of sense that National Watermelon Day takes place in the summer—August 3rd to be precise. We’re celebrating in style with some of our favorite watermelon recipes.
We love watermelon in salads. It pairs perfectly with an array of other ingredients, including corn, mint, and feta cheese. Plus, watermelon juice is absolutely delicious in punches. And if you’ve never tried it, you may be surprised how tasty watermelon rind is when prepared correctly, for instance in Pickled Watermelon Rind.
Of course, enjoying watermelon starts with picking a good one! Start with weight—you want a watermelon that feels heavy for its size. Next, search for its yellow spot—a creamy yellow spot means it’s ripe. Again, this spot should be yellow, not white. Lastly, give it a thump! Look for a deep sound rather than a hollow one.
Now that you have some recipes and a little know-how, you’re all set to celebrate National Watermelon Day! If you have some delicious watermelon recipes, you’d like to share, leave them in the comments below.
