The watermelon, which belongs to the species Citrullus Vulgaris, is a fruit that is known in many countries for its unique refreshing properties. It is large in size, round in shape, and depending on the variety it can be more elongated or ovoid. With a thick and hard rind, green in color and with various types of drawings on the skin depending on the variety, it has a brilliant pulp of a spectacular intense red color, and contains small black seeds that give it a very interesting visual appearance. In addition, its flavor is sweet and pleasant. Watermelon is exceptionally juicy and refreshing. Some of the varieties marketed internationally are: Charleston Grey, Chilean, Early Canada, Gray Bell, Klondike, Sugar Baby and Quetzal Lee. Domestic watermelons are found on the market starting in May. However, watermelons are now available practically all year round, thanks to off-season production.  

Its origin is in Egypt, from where its cultivation spread to Europe, and then to America.  

Exceptionally refreshing, it contains a very high percentage of water, very little sugar, and therefore has indisputable digestive properties.  

Watermelon is best used raw, as a dessert, and anytime you are thirsty, given its extremely high water content. It is ideal cut into slices, to eat it fresh when you feel thirsty. It will also give a very nice touch of color to fruit salads. It can accompany any vegetable salad and will always be refreshing.  

Watermelon keeps perfectly at room temperature for several days. To extend its conservation, and once opened, it is advisable to keep it in the refrigerator.