by: Susan Gast / Author, Blogger at Beesville Books, Bored Boomers, and a Food Dehydrating Fanatic!
I want to show you how to dehydrate melons ~ namely the honeydew and the watermelon. The dehydrating "rules" apply to all melons!
I mean, who can resist an enormous slice of chilled watermelon, sitting by the pool with your feet dangling in the water? But watch out for those sticky drips down your chin!
Have you tried dehydrating melons?
No?
Before I get going, take a minute to read the FAQs below.
Top question is: How do you dehydrate watermelon?
Scroll down the page to learn how to do just that!
Can you dehydrate watermelon in air fryer?
Yes, you can dehydrate watermelon in an air fryer! Here are some tips for doing so successfully:
Watermelon is fully dehydrated when pieces are shrunken down significantly and have a Styrofoam-like texture and no moisture pockets. The pieces should not be sticky.
Store dried watermelon in an airtight container for 2-3 weeks refrigerated or up to 6 months frozen. Enjoy as a sweet, healthy snack!
Be very careful not to over-dry or burn the watermelon due to inconsistent heating. Adjust time and temp as needed based on your particular air fryer model.
Next: How do you dehydrate cantaloupe?
Treat cantaloupe like you would honeydew which is covered further down this page.
VITAMINS: Honeydew melon is rich in Vitamin A and Folate, followed by Vitamin C, and Vitamin K.
MINERALS: Honeydews are loaded with Potassium, followed by Phosphorous and Magnesium.
Honeydew melon is a good source of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids.
VITAMINS: Watermelons also have a great Vitamin A level, followed by Vitamin C, Folate, and Choline.
MINERALS: Phosphorous, Magnesium, Calcium, Potassium, and Fluoride!
Watermelon is a good source of carbohydrates too, and Omega-6 fatty acids.
There are a few ways to tell if your watermelon is ripe and ready to eat.
First, you'll want to make sure the fruit is firm to the touch.
Also, take a sniff near the stem end of the watermelon - it should smell sweet and fragrant.
Lastly, give the melon a gentle thump - if it sounds hollow, it's ready to eat!
Another way to check to see if your watermelon is ripe, look for a white patch on it.
The white patch means it's been sitting in the field long enough to have created that patch "where the sun don't shine.".. That means it wasn't plucked too soon!
Scroll down to the bottom of the page to learn what to do with your melon seeds...
don't toss 'em, roast 'em!
Scroll down to the bottom of the page to
learn what to do with your melon seeds...
don't toss 'em, roast 'em!
For honeydew ripeness testing, clean the oil off your thumb and rub it across the honeydew's surface and if it squeaks, you're good!
Also, if the skin is a pale white, the melon probably would be better if it was a little more on the yellow side before eating.
Honeydew and watermelons are very easy to dehydrate—see the instructions below—and don't forget to roast the seeds (instructions on how to roast melon seeds are coming up!)
Are you ready to get started dehydrating melons? Here's how to do it:
Use our Fahrenheit to Celsius converter here on our site!
Dehydrated melon is a fantastic snack on its own, but it's also great for adding to trail mix, yogurt, oatmeal, and more. The concentrated melon flavor is like a burst of summer sunshine!
Melons are a versatile fruit that can be used in sweet and savory dishes alike. If you're looking to add this tasty fruit to your garden, you'll want to make sure you have the right conditions for growing melons.
According to The Old Farmer's Almanac, melons need full sun and well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
When it comes to planting, you'll want to start your melon seeds indoors about three weeks before the last spring frost.
Once it's time to transplant the seedlings outdoors, make sure to space them 48 inches apart in rows that are 8 feet apart.
NOTE: Don't toss the seeds. If you are so inclined, you can roast the seeds.
Let them dry thoroughly after giving them a good cleaning/rinse in your sieve under the kitchen faucet.
Spray the seeds first with plain cooking spray and a dash of salt.
Toss them on a cookie sheet for 15 to 20 minutes at 325°F.
Use our Fahrenheit to Celsius converter here on our site!
Best eaten when fully cooled.
We hope you had fun learning how to dehydrate melons and roasting their seeds!
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