Melons
What It Is
Section titled “What It Is”Melons are a sweet summer treat in the Cold Springs Organics box — typically muskmelon (cantaloupe-style) or honeydew varieties grown in our warmest summer weeks. A ripe melon will smell fragrant at the stem end.
How to Store It
Section titled “How to Store It”- Keep uncut melons at room temperature until ripe; refrigerate once ripe or cut.
- Cut melon keeps in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
How to Prep It
Section titled “How to Prep It”Rinse the outside even if you’re not eating the rind — surface bacteria can transfer to the flesh when you cut through. Halve, scoop out seeds, and slice or cube. Rind is not typically eaten but can be pickled.
How to Cook It
Section titled “How to Cook It”- Fresh — slice and serve chilled as-is; a squeeze of lime and a pinch of chili salt elevates it.
- Grilled — grill thick slices over medium-high heat for 2 minutes per side for a caramelized summer side.
- Salad — cube with cucumber, mint, and a drizzle of honey.
Quick Meal Idea
Section titled “Quick Meal Idea”Melon and prosciutto — wrap wedges of cold melon in thin slices of prosciutto for a classic sweet-and-salty combination.