Summertime = Watermelon…

One of the first things you notice when visiting the summer farmers markets in Fort Collins, Colorado is the abundance of ripe gorgeous watermelon. I can hardly wait to buy my first one and cut right into it. Looking for a ripe watermelon is not always an easy task. How do you pick your watermelon? Thumping? Smelling? Shaking? We all have our own rituals. Here is a quick “how2” tip sheet that will help you the next time you are buying a watermelon.

Watermelon Recipes…From 5 Wellness Experts

Watermelon is rich in vitamin C, lycopene, potassium and beta carotene. It has a low calorie count and is a delight in 100’s of different recipes. I like watermelon juices, watermelon smoothies, watermelon salads and watermelon desserts. I asked 5 wellness experts to give me some of their favorite recipes and here are the awesome results!

If you click the recipe card you can visit these EXPERTS personal websites and continue on your path to health, be sure to say hello and that go2kitchens.com sent you.

 

 

 

Watermelon Lime Granita

 

Watermelon Popsicles

Rabago Watermelon Salad

 

Watermelon Mint Chia Agua Fresca

 

Watermelon & Tomato Salad