{"id":14388,"date":"2025-05-05T23:02:03","date_gmt":"2025-05-05T23:02:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.grandmothers-recipes.top\/?p=14388"},"modified":"2025-05-05T23:02:03","modified_gmt":"2025-05-05T23:02:03","slug":"trick-to-know-if-watermelon-is-sweet-or-not","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.grandmothers-recipes.top\/?p=14388","title":{"rendered":"Trick to know if watermelon is sweet or not"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/razafolklorica.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Truco-para-saber-si-la-sandia-es-dulce-o-no.webp\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Watermelon is one of the most refreshing and healthy fruits of summer. Rich in water, vitamins and antioxidants, it is ideal for hydrating and enjoying its sweet taste. However, choosing a sweet watermelon can be challenging if you don&#8217;t know what to look for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article, we&#8217;ll teach you a simple and effective trick to identify the sweetest watermelons. You&#8217;ll never buy a tasteless watermelon again! If you want to see how to choose the sweetest, watch the following&nbsp;<strong class=\"\">video made by Comida Magica:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\u897f\u74dc\u751c\u4e0d\u751c\uff0c\u77a7\u4e00\u773c\u9019\u88e1\u5c31\u77e5\u9053\uff0c\u4fdd\u8b49\u4e00\u6311\u4e00\u500b\u51c6\uff0c\u8001\u74dc\u8fb2\u7684\u65b9\u6cd5\u771f\u7ba1\u7528\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fwMHcZDLG4Y?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"\u00bfComo_elegir_una_sandia_dulce?\">How to choose a sweet watermelon?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Observe the color of the peel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A ripe, sweet watermelon has a dark green rind and a matte finish. If the peel is shiny or has a light green hue, it is probably not fully ripe.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Examine the yellow spot<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The yellow spot on the underside of the watermelon indicates the area where it rested in the soil during its growth. If the spot is a deep yellow, the watermelon is ripe. If it&#8217;s white or just yellow, it won&#8217;t be as sweet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Check the lines or patterns<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Look for a watermelon with well-defined, uniform line or stripe patterns. This is usually a good sign that the fruit is sweet and juicy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Inspect the belly button<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Prefer watermelons with small belly buttons, as this indicates that the fruit had time to fully ripen and its peel will be thinner.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Try &#8220;Hitting&#8221;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hold the watermelon with one hand and tap it lightly with the other. A ripe watermelon makes a hollow sound and has a slight vibration. If the sound is dull, it may not be fully mature.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Observe the stem<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A fresh, curved stem indicates that the watermelon was recently picked. If the stem is dry or straight, the fruit may be less fresh.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Consejos_para_elegir_la_mejor_sandia\">Tips for choosing the best watermelon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Choose a watermelon that is heavy for its size:<\/strong>\u00a0This indicates that it has a high water content and will be juicy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prevents visible damage:<\/strong>\u00a0An intact rind ensures that the watermelon is in good condition.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don&#8217;t rely on color alone:<\/strong>\u00a0Other factors such as sound and belly button are just as important.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Seasonal Purchase:<\/strong>\u00a0Watermelons are sweetest and tastiest when they are at harvest time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With these tips and tricks, choosing a sweet watermelon will be an easy task. 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