Melon - Yellow Watermelon
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Weight - 2KG
Origin - Africa
Introduction
No this hasn't been photoshopped, this really is a large yellow watermelon weighing over 1.6kgs! The yellow watermelon is just as sweet and refreshing as a normal watermelon but contains more beta-carotene, which is an antioxidant linked to protecting against some eye conditions.
History
The yellow watermelon is actually the original watermelon, first found growing in Africa over 5000 years ago, the red watermelon was a result of cross-breeding.
Regions
The yellow Watermelon is now very rare and can only be found growing in just a small number of countries in such as Thailand, Indonesia and Nigeria.
Flavours & Texture
Watermelon is a very juicy and refreshing fruit. It doesn’t have a strong taste but it is, in general, sweet and fruity. It has a high water content, approximately 92%, giving its flesh a crumbly and subtly crunchy texture and making it one of the top favourite thirst-quenching fruits.
Preparation
Carefully slice off the top and bottom of yellow watermelon using a serrated bread knife. Stand melon on a cut side, and carefully slice down through the middle. Cut the watermelon into wedges. You can eat it raw, in a fruit salad, or make juice, or smoothies.
Nutritional Value
Yellow Watermelon is very low in calories and contains a high level of anti-oxidants.
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Calories per 100 g |
30 kcal |
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Fat |
0,2 g |
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Carbohydrates |
7.6 g |
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Fibre |
0.4 g |
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Protein |
0.6 g |
SHIPPING
All orders are dispatched within 1-4 business days on a next-day delivery service. Alternatively, choose your desired delivery date at the checkout – available delivery dates will be displayed in your cart. If no date is selected, your order will be dispatched at the next available date. We cannot guarantee delivery will be possible on the chosen date. You will receive an email notification with tracking details when your order is dispatched.
We offer FREE delivery on all orders over £75 including our selection boxes.
Our shipping rates are as follows:-
England - £6.95
Scotland - £11.95
Northern Ireland - Not currently available
Customers are responsible for being present at the shipping address on the delivery date. Exotic Fruits are not responsible for any missed or attempted deliveries that must be rearranged by the customer.
All orders are packed in cardboard boxes with a biodegradable packing pellets, straw, or hay to protect the fruit during transit.
RETURNS
Let's start by stating the obvious. Since our produce is perishable, we cannot accept returns.
That said, we want every customer to be happy, so we do offer vouchers, refunds and replacements at our sole discretion if your fruit has arrived inedible. If you would like to report an item which has become damaged or perished during transit, please:- All requests must contact us within 24 hours of order receipt. We are not responsible for products that spoil if there is not someone to receive your delivery on the date that you request it, full tracking is provided and can be requested anytime after dispatch.
