Summer is here, the weather is hot, people need to eat cool and relief food. At this time, cantaloupe becomes people's first choice. Not only is cantaloupe delicious and cool, but it is also rich in nutrients, which makes it a healthy food in summer. Below, I will introduce you to the nutritional value of cantaloupe and how to make it.

I. Nutritional value of cantaloupe

Cantaloupe is a kind of low-calorie, high-nutrition fruit. It is rich in vitamin C, vitamin B, vitamin E and carotene, but also contains potassium, calcium, magnesium and other minerals. The cucumber acid and pectin in cantaloupe help promote intestinal peristalsis and aid digestion, as well as clean the intestines and prevent constipation. In addition, melon in the protein, sugar, fat and other nutrients are also very rich.

Two, melon production method

Citrus melon can be eaten raw, can also be made into a variety of delicious food. Below, I will introduce you to several common ways to make cantaloupe.

1. melon juice

Making melon juice is very simple, just need to cut the melon into small pieces, add the right amount of water, and use a blender to make juice. If you like a fine-tasting juice, you can strain it through a strainer. The cantaloupe juice can be flavored with lemon juice and honey for a better taste. Drinking cantaloupe juice can clear the heat, replenish water, but also beauty.

2. Melon Salad

Melon salad is a refreshing and delicious summer cold dish. The preparation method is also very simple, just need to cut the melon into small pieces, add the right amount of salad oil, salt, black pepper and other seasonings, mix well. If you prefer a more flavorful salad, you can add tomatoes, cucumbers, scallions and other side dishes. Melon salad is not only delicious and refreshing, but also rich in nutrients, is a healthy summer food.

3. Melon Ice Cream

Melon Ice Cream is a very special dessert with a cool, smooth flavor that is perfect for summer. It's easy to make, just cut the melon into small pieces, put it into a blender and puree it, add the right amount of cream, sugar and other flavorings, and then put it into the freezer to freeze. If you prefer a richer ice cream, you can add chocolate, nuts and other toppings. Melon ice cream is not only delicious but also rich in vitamin C, potassium and other nutrients, making it a healthy dessert for summer.

Three, ending

Perfume is a deliciously cool and nutritious fruit, which is a healthy food in summer. We can make cantaloupe into all kinds of delicious food, such as cantaloupe juice, cantaloupe salad, cantaloupe ice cream and so on. Let cantaloupe bring us coolness and health in the hot summer.