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Watermelon (“Citrullus lanatus”) is a fruit that comes from South Africa.

The word “watermelon” comes from the corresponding Turkish karpuz, which comes from the Persian xarbuz (a). In Cyprus, the Arabic name pattiha is also used.

It is one of the most refreshing summer fruits, ideal for consumption in slices or fruit salads. It can also be beaten in a blender and made into granita or soft drink, with or without the addition of a small amount of alcohol. Fruit punches can also be made by cutting it in half, emptying one half and refilling it with the ground contents plus a bottle of vodka and ice cubes. In several parts of Greece, with the skin of watermelon, they prepare a spoonful of dessert.

At 150 grams, watermelon contains:

43 calories, 0 grams of fat, 2 grams of sodium, 11 grams of carbohydrates (including 9 grams of sugar) and 1 gram of fiber.
It also provides 17% of an adult’s daily needs for vitamin A, 21% for vitamin C, 2% for iron and 1% for calcium.
Watermelon also contains thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B-6, folic acid, pantothenic acid, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, copper, manganese, selenium, choline, lycopene and betaine.