Watermelon

I grew up in a small Southern town and entertainment was mostly what you could do to entertain yourself. I remember sitting around campfires eating watermelon and while I didn't care for the way my elders salted their's, I still loved the juicy fruit.

Those days are long gone, but I still enjoy watermelon at least once each summer. While spitting out seeds isn't quite as fun as it was when I was a child, I still enjoy watermelon as much as I did back then. And, why not? After all, watermelon is loaded with health benefits (find out more here) and can be used in hundreds of recipes. Whether you want to make a fruit salad, a fruity salsa to top grilled chicken or even a frozen drink, watermelon is a great ingredient.

Summer is right around the corner and many stores are starting to carry several varieties of watermelon. Get in there and a grab a few. It's a snack you won't have to feel guilty about and you may even find a few new recipes to try online.

Photo by Steve Evans