Honeydew Melons for Delivery or Pickup

Honeydew melons belong to the Cucumis Melo species of melon. The melon likely originated in West Africa more than 4,000 years ago. Honeydew melon seeds came to America with Columbus, and these melons are now commonly grown in California, Texas, Florida, Georgia, and Arizona.

White honeydew melons have a smooth rind that ranges from creamy white to pale green. Golden honeydew melons are a less common variety that's bright yellow. The flesh of either type of honeydew melon is green with a cluster of seeds in the middle.

Honeydew melon has crisp, juicy flesh that's very sweet. This is, in fact, the sweetest melon that you can choose from the store. White honeydew melons are slightly sweeter than their golden counterparts. These melons are typically between 6 and 9 inches in diameter and weigh 3 to 7 pounds.

Honeydew melons do not ripen or sweeten after they're picked, so you should choose your melon carefully. Look for a melon that's heavy for its size, as this indicates juicier flesh. Compare the weight of two similarly sized melons to determine which is the better choice.

A ripe honeydew melon will have a firm rind. You should avoid melons with red or tan discoloration, soft spots, or a pitted rind. However, a few fine ridges in the melon are fine, as this often indicates that the melon is ripe. Gently press the blossom end of the melon where the vine was attached. This area should have a very slight softness and a sweet, fresh aroma.

You can leave notes for your Instacart shopper alongside your honeydew melon to offer advice on choosing the right melon for your needs! You may note the size you prefer and provide some information on finding the ripest fruit.

It's very easy to include honeydew melons in your diet. They're delicious on their own, so you can simply slice into the melon, scoop out the seeds, and serve the flesh in cubes or melon balls. Honeydew melon makes a delicious addition to any fruit salad, and it is often paired with watermelon and cantaloupe in summer side dishes. This melon also helps to balance the tartness of berries.

To complement the sweetness of the honeydew melon, you might try serving it atop cottage cheese or wrapping the melon in cured meats like prosciutto. Honeydew melon works well in a parfait with Greek yogurt, as it doesn't need additional sweeteners to provide a satisfying flavor. Honeydew melon will add sweetness to a summer salsa along with jalapenos, red onion, and lime juice.

You can puree honeydew melon for use in a chilled soup along with cucumber, mint, and peppers. Pureed melon can also be used for smoothies or as a flavoring in ice cream or popsicles.

You can order honeydew melons along with all the other ingredients you need for these delicious dishes through Instacart and save yourself a trip to the store!