Meet The Cucamelon, The Cutest Fruit You'll Ever See
They'll aww their way right into your heart and your crisper drawer.
Once in a while, a whimsical sensation hits the world hard. Meet the Cucamelon, the corgi of the fruit world.
Sure, these things existed long before they dominated our Instagram feeds and Pinterest boards, but someone pulled them out of the darkness and thrust them into the rosy spotlight of awws.
Cucamelons are an adorable grape-sized fruit in the cucumber family.
It's also known as Melothria scabra, Mouse Melon and Mexican Sour Gherkin, but we're pretty partial to Cucamelon.
They taste like cucumbers with a slightly sour twist of lime.
You can find them at many farmer's markets or natural grocery stores, but they're also easy to grow yourself.
They're perfect right off the vine, pickled or as a tangy addition to a summer recipe.
Try these to start, and then get creative with your Cucamelons!
1. Cucamelon Bruschetta
Add a tangy bite to your bruschetta—the Cucamelon pairs well with other tangy ingredients like the onion and vinaigrette dressing in this appetizer.
2. Cucamelon Radish Salad
Make a super simple and colorfully whimsical side dish with radishes and Cucamelons.
3. Cucamelon Mojito
And if you're partial to beverages (we're not judging) try this Cucamelon mojito.