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It also contains potassium (helps control blood pressure) and fiber, and one cup provides just 40 calories.

Florida is one of the nation’s top growers of watermelon, so you can find them at your local Farmer’s Market and fruit stand, as well as grocery store, or, you can grow them in your own back yard!

According to the Florida Department of Agriculture, “Choosing a ripe watermelon is very important, since melons won't continue to ripen much after they've been picked.

Selecting a ripe watermelon is easy if you know what to look for.

Before buying, lift the melon.

If it's ripe, it should feel heavy for its size.

Next, turn it over.

On the underbelly you should see a creamy yellow splotch.

If the splotch is white or green, the watermelon was harvested too soon.” Look for a firm, symmetrical watermelon free of bruises, and cuts, and be sure to wash it well before slicing.

Store watermelons at room temperature for up to 10 days.

Enjoy watermelon by itself as a delicious snack or dessert, or try one of these quick and easy summery recipes:Chunky Watermelon Salsa (from justfruitrecipes.com)1 Lime2 cups Watermelon - diced1 cup Peeled cucumber - diced1/4 cup Sliced green onions2 tbsp.

Fresh cilantro - minced2 tsp.

Jalapeno chili - minced and seeded1 tsp.

SugarJuice the lime.

Combine...

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