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Description/Taste
Yellow watermelons can vary greatly in size, shape and color depending upon variety. Whether round or oblong, they usually exhibit the standard bright green outer rind striped with darker green markings. The flesh can range from pale yellow to deep gold and may contain large brownish black seeds or be completely seedless. While their succulent and crisp texture is comparable to other standard red watermelons, their flavor is usually much sweeter offering notes of honey and apricot.
Seasons/Availability
Yellow watermelon is available year-round with peak season in the summer.
Current Facts
Yellow watermelons are botanically a member of the species, Citrullus lanatus. They are a close cousin to the classic red variety watermelon, but lack the natural red pigment and antioxidant known as lycopene. Common seed varieties are the Tastigold watermelon, Yellow Flesh Black Diamond watermelon and the Desert King Yellow which is prized for its ability to grow in dry conditions.
Nutritional Value
Like other watermelons, the Yellow variety is composed of almost 90 percent water, offering a good supply of vitamins A and C and potassium. While it lacks the lycopene content of its red cousins, the Yellow watermelon has trace amounts of beta-carotene.
Applications
The Yellow watermelon may be used interchangeably with other watermelon varieties, with the advantage of offering a slightly sweeter flavor profile and striking color difference. They are usually eaten raw, but may be grilled or seared in a hot pan to caramelize the natural concentration of sugars. Use the juice of Yellow watermelons in cocktails, syrups and frozen desserts. Cubed watermelon flesh pairs well in salads that contain arugula, feta or goat's cheeses, fresh herbs, citrus, olive oil, olives, tomatoes, cucumbers, garlic and onions. Use the flesh in cold soups or pickle the rind. Yellow watermelon will keep up two weeks in the refrigerator.
Geography/History
The history of the watermelon did not start out as the sweet red watermelon we know today. Early texts written by European botanists have been uncovered depicting images and descriptions of watermelons of various shapes and sizes as well as varying flesh colors of red, white, yellow and orange. In fact, the original watermelon that grew wild in South Africa was most likely a yellow or white flesh variety, but lacked the high sugar levels of today’s watermelons. Modern improved seed varieties have been bred to improve flavor, consistency in size and texture and resistance to disease.
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Mekong
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Near Pulo, Jakarta, IndonesiaAbout 86 days ago, 1/05/20 Sharer's comments : semangka kuning 
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Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceNikis 30 About 206 days ago, 9/07/19 Sharer's comments : Watermelon yellow🇬🇷 
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Near Ciputat, Banten, IndonesiaAbout 220 days ago, 8/24/19 Sharer's comments : semangka kuning di superindo cinere depoj 
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Sasoun Produce
Near West Hollywood, California, United States5116 Santa Monica Blvd Los Angeles CA 90029 1-323-928-2829 About 225 days ago, 8/19/19 
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Near Berkeley, California, United StatesAbout 241 days ago, 8/03/19 
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Hudson Greens And Goods - Oxbow Publix Market
Near Napa, California, United States610 1st Street #18 Napa CA 94559 707-257-6828 www.oxbowpublicmarket.com About 242 days ago, 8/02/19 
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Near Pulo, Jakarta, IndonesiaAbout 251 days ago, 7/23/19 Sharer's comments : semangka kuning at foodmart cilandak town square south jakarta 
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Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens M 18-20 002104826243 About 259 days ago, 7/16/19 Sharer's comments : Watermelon yellow 🇬🇷 
Brentwood Farmers' Market
Near Sawtelle, California, United StatesAbout 569 days ago, 9/09/18 Sharer's comments : Yellow Watermelon spotted at Brentwood Farmers' Market. Super sweet! Smart and Final Near Oroville, California, United States About 588 days ago, 8/20/18 Sharer's comments : Yellow Watermelon spotted at Smart and Final. northside farmers market Near Monona, Wisconsin, United States About 589 days ago, 8/20/18 Sharer's comments : Yellow Watermelon spotted at northside farmers market. 
Virginia Park Farmer's Market
Murray Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United States661-330-0100 About 661 days ago, 6/09/18 Sharer's comments : Yellow Watermelon spotted at Virginia Park Farmer's Market. Sweet! |
