“It’s watermelon weather / That summer kind of weather / When people get together”
— Guy Webster
Aptly named, watermelon is 92% water and 8% sugar and is among the most refreshing, thirst-quenching, and fun fruits to eat. Try holding in a laugh when watermelon juice runs down your face.
Watermelon is the official state vegetable (you read that right) of Oklahoma. China is the world’s largest producer of watermelon, they even stir-fried, stewed, or pickle the rind. I would love to try them all. However, we Americans, eat the most watermelon in the world.
In several Mediterranean countries, watermelon is served with feta cheese, and in America, it is sometimes grilled. Because that’s what we do. When in doubt, grill baby grill.
Grilling watermelon intensifies its natural sweetness, adds a smokey flavor, and imparts a savory depth to this refreshing summer fruit. Enjoy our recipe.
