5 Things to Do With Melon

This quick and easy recipe from Well Worn Whisk is the perfect way to start experimenting with using sweet melon with savoury flavours. It tastes far too good to be as healthy as it is, with the juicy melon bringing out the saltiness of the feta perfectly. You can enjoy it as it is for a quick and healthy lunch or serve on the side instead of traditional leafy greens.

This recipe is strictly for the adults and is a more interesting way to enjoy a glass of red wine this summer. Tinned Tomatoes has made it as simple as possible to make this boozy sorbet, which can be created with any melon you’ve got to hand. It’s the perfect excuse to experiment with which melon – and of course, which wine – works best.

A simple fruit salad is always a winner but Rachel Phipps takes it to the next level with a splash of rose syrup to really make it taste like summer in a bowl. Perfect for a snack, pudding or even breakfast, this recipe can be made in small or large batches and with a variety of different fruits depending on what you’ve got to hand.

You may not think that pork and watermelon is a marriage made in heaven, but this recipe from Elizabeth’s Kitchen Diary had our mouths watering! The combination of fresh watermelon and spicy pork is actually perfect, while the use of a slow cooker means it is easy to make.

Who said melon is best served raw? The Pig and Quill‘s recipe proves that sticking anything on a grill – even fruit – can make it even more delicious. As well as making use of in-season melon, this delicious recipe uses other fresh ingredients that are best picked now, creating a wonderfully fresh dish you’re sure to love.