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The Instacart guide to Galia melons
About Galia melons
Galia melons are not as common as their parents, the cantaloupe and honeydew, but their flavor is distinctly unique. They're available from mid-spring to fall and are mostly grown in Spain, Turkey, and Morocco, as well as some countries in South America like Costa Rica and Brazil. These melons are imported into the U.S., although Florida has had some success in growing them in greenhouses. California is another state which is starting to grow the Galia melons in the U.S.
The Galia melon was developed in Israel in the 1960s by Dr. Zvi Karchi at the Newe Ya'ar Research Center. These melons were not available for commercial sale until 1973 and quickly grew to be a popular melon in the market across Europe. In recent years, the Galia melon has grown in popularity in the United States as well, and with countries closer to the United States and a few states growing them, they can be enjoyed at an earlier time from the point it was cultivated.
Galia melon is a cross between the honeydew and cantaloupe melons. The outside is similar to the cantaloupe and has an orange hew netting with a pale green flesh like a honeydew. It differentiates itself with a sweet and spicy flavor with tropical aromas.Â
As with most fruits, the Galia melon has plenty of nutrients that are essential to a healthy diet. They're high in vitamins C and A, contain potassium, calcium, iron, and plenty of fiber to help with digestion. There's also no cholesterol or fats.Â
Let's go over some of the salad and drink choices you can prepare with Galia melons:
Galia melon salad: This is a salad where the melon shines. Just cut the melon into wedges and remove the rind from each one and cut in smaller pieces. Add something that is creamy like your favorite cheese, a bit of spice of your choice, and any other fruit you enjoy like watermelon or cucumbers. Choose a dressing that is light and refreshing, like lemon juice.
Galia melon with prosciutto: Combining the sweetness of melon with the saltiness of prosciutto is perfect. On a plate, place prosciutto slices and melon pieces however you find best. You can add some fresh mozzarella to add a creamier taste but melon and prosciutto are a classic combination.
How to pick out Galia melons
Galia melons are not like other melons in that the ripeness can't be determined by its stem end. Instead, the ripeness is found by its color and distinct aroma. The more orange the outside of the skin is, the riper it is and the more sugar content it has. Also, if you press your fingers on the edges and the skin gives a bit, then the melon is ready to be eaten.
How to preserve Galia melons
Galia melons can stay in the fridge for a couple of days and can also be frozen to be consumed within a couple of weeks. These melons have an excellent flavor but are prone to get soft quickly, so their shelf life is not as long as commercial methods would like. They last about two to three weeks, even in colder storage, so enjoy them as soon as possible.
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FAQs about Galia melons
Like all fruits, Galia melons have natural sugar, so intake of fruits should be done in moderation as if it's a delicious snack.
A Galia melon has about thirty-one calories per half a cup serving. A whole melon has one hundred and eighty-seven calories, so it's a healthy, low-calorie fruit to eat.
Galia melons are so sweet, they are known as a dessert melon. They can be eaten as is or with a bit of lemon juice, salt, chili powder, or ginger. A refreshing glass of fresh juice is ideal for quenching your thirst if you have some Galia melons, just slice the melon in pieces without the rind and blend it in a blender. You can add whatever suits your taste, like lemon juice or ginger, or simply blend the fruit itself as it's known to be very juicy. If you want a heartier drink, make yourself a smoothie by adding avocado, spinach, cucumbers, or other green vegetables with some water.
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