Summer is here, the weather is hot, and people need to eat cool and refreshing food. At this time, cantaloupe has become people’s first choice. Cantaloupe is not only delicious and refreshing, but also rich in nutrients. It is a healthy food in summer. Below, I will introduce to you the nutritional value and preparation methods of cantaloupe.

1. Nutritional value of cantaloupe

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

2. How to make cantaloupe

Cantaloupe can be eaten raw or made into various delicious foods. Below, I will introduce you to several common methods of making cantaloupe.

1. Cantaloupe juice

Making cantaloupe juice is very simple. You only need to cut the cantaloupe into small pieces, add an appropriate amount of water, and use a blender to make the juice. If you like the juice with a delicate taste, you can filter it with a strainer. Lemon juice, honey and other condiments can be added to cantaloupe juice to make it taste better. Drinking cantaloupe juice can clear away heat, replenish water, and beautify the skin.

2. Cantaloupe salad

Cantaloupe salad is a refreshing and delicious summer cold dish. The preparation method is also very simple. You only need to cut the cantaloupe into small pieces, add an appropriate amount of salad oil, salt, black pepper and other condiments, and mix well. If you like a salad with a richer texture, you can add tomatoes, cucumbers, green onions and other garnishes. Not only is this delicious and refreshing melon salad, it's also packed with nutrients, making it a healthy summer treat.

3. Cantaloupe ice cream

Cantaloupe ice cream is a very special dessert with a cool and smooth taste, which is very suitable for summer consumption. The preparation method is also very simple. You only need to cut the cantaloupe into small pieces, put it in a blender and puree it, add an appropriate amount of cream, sugar and other condiments, and then put it in the refrigerator to freeze. If you like ice cream with a richer taste, you can add chocolate, nuts and other ingredients. Cantaloupe ice cream is not only delicious, but also rich in vitamin C, potassium and other nutrients. It is a healthy dessert in summer.

3. Ending

Cantaloupe is a delicious, refreshing, nutritious fruit and a healthy food in summer. We can make cantaloupe into a variety of delicious foods, such as cantaloupe juice, cantaloupe salad, cantaloupe ice cream, etc. In the hot summer, cantaloupe brings us coolness and health.