Food Ingredients - Melons and Other Fruits

Here you will learn the names of melons and other fruits in English such as "fig", "watermelon", and "cantaloupe".

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Food Ingredients

a round fruit of the melon family that has a sweet and juicy orange flesh and a netted rind which is typically beige or tan in color

Ex: The grocery store had a display of ripe cantaloupes near the entrance .

a type of melon with a juicy flesh that is usually light green in color and a smooth rind that typically has a green or yellowish color

Ex: The salad was topped with fresh honeydew melon cubes .
melon [noun]

a variety of fruits with yellow, green, or orange skin or juicy flesh that contains many seeds in its center

Ex: The market had a variety of melons on display , including watermelon , cantaloupe , and honeydew .

a large, round, and juicy fruit that is red on the inside and has green stripes on its hard and thick skin

Ex: The children enjoyed a refreshing slice of watermelon on a hot summer day .
carob [noun]

a long brown edible pod with a sweet chocolatey flavor that grows on a small evergreen tree

Ex: I replaced cocoa powder with carob powder in my favorite cake recipe .
fig [noun]

a soft, sweet fruit with a thin skin and many small seeds, often eaten fresh or dried

Ex: He bought a box of figs from the local farmers ' market .

a starchy tropical fruit commonly used as a staple food in many Pacific islands

Ex: Breadfruit is heart-healthy and good for your heart because it has low fat and no cholesterol.
rose hip [noun]

the small, round, and reddish-orange fruit of the wild rose plant

Ex: She likes to infuse her water with dried rose hips for a refreshing and slightly fruity taste .
baobab [noun]

a fruit with a hard outer shell and powdery white flesh, known for its tangy flavor

Ex: Baobab fruit is a great source of dietary fiber, which helps support a healthy digestive system.

a variety of sweet melons that can have an orange, green, or white colored flesh

Ex: A scoop of muskmelon sorbet is the perfect dessert to cool down after a spicy meal.

a variety of melon with a textured skin that resembles a net or mesh pattern

Ex: My mother sliced open the netted melon to reveal its vibrant orange flesh .

a type of melon known for its sweet and aromatic flavor, originating from Iran

Ex: The Persian melon I tried in Iran was incredibly juicy and sweet.
raisin [noun]

a dried grape, often used in baking, cooking, or as a snack

Ex: He bought a bag of raisins to snack on during the hike .

a large fruit with pale green flesh and a waxy, light green to white rind which has a mild, slightly sweet flavor and is versatile in cooking

Ex: In many Asian countries , winter melon is a staple ingredient in traditional dishes .

a green, cucumber-shaped fruit with a distinct bitter taste

Ex: The sour gourd pickle had a delightful combination of tanginess and spiciness.

a type of aromatic melon with a netted yellow skin, juicy, pale green flesh, and spicy-sweet flavor

Ex: She decided to surprise her friends with a Galia melon smoothie at the picnic .