Watermelon is a classic summertime snack!

It’s important to know how to find the perfect watermelon. Try these 5 tips at the grocery store!

  1. Look for a regular shapes watermelon, with smooth firm skin. If it’s too shiny or dull, it’s not fully ripe.
  2. Pick your watermelon up. The heavier the watermelon the better it is. Watermelon is 92% water.
  3. Find the field spot. At the bottom of the melon, there should be a big creamy yellow spot. If you don’t see it, don’t buy it.
  4. The skin of the watermelon should feel warm and springy.
  5. The classic knock on the melon. Knock on your melon, it should sound hollow.

When you find that watermelon, try these great recipes from Chatelaine!

(Photo Source: healthline.com)

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