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Winter Melon Juice Recipe

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With its subtle sweetness and refreshing essence, this winter melon juice offers a respite from life’s hecticness. Each sip is pure bliss, as the melon's lightness mingles with the lemon juice’s citrus zest, creating a symphony of delicate flavors.

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  • PREP TIME 5 mins
  • SERVINGS 4 servings
  • CALORIES 47 kcal
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Two tall glasses of winter melon juice, one of which is placed on a wooden board near lime wedges and slices of winter melon.

Our winter melon juice recipe makes a refreshing drink for you to enjoy on hot summer days.

What Does Winter Melon Taste Like

Ash gourd, also known as winter melons, wax gourds, white pumpkins, or Chinese watermelons, is a fruit native to parts of Southern Asia. It belongs to the squash family (Cucurbitaceae), together with cucumber, melons, zucchini, and pumpkin.

This vine-grown melon matures into a round or oblong fruit that resembles a watermelon in both size and color. When the fruit is fully ripe, its fuzzy exterior transforms into a powdery ash-colored coating, earning the fruit its name.

A tall glass of winter melon juice placed on a wooden board near lime wedges and winter melon slices.

Ash gourd can be preserved for up to three to four months and eaten over the winter, which is most likely how its seasonal name came to be. Additionally, immature melons are covered in fine hairs that some liken to snow. As it matures, it loses its hair and develops a waxy coating.

Winter melon has a very mild flavor when mature, whereas the immature fruit is sweet. It has a refreshing, almost grassy flavor that is frequently compared to cucumber. Winter melon is familiar to anyone who has eaten the white rind of a watermelon. As a result, when winter melon is unavailable, watermelon rind is occasionally substituted.

Health Benefits

Ash gourd is 96% water and has a very low calorie, fat, protein, and carbohydrate content.

It's rich in fiber, certain nutrients and beneficial plant compounds. It’s also a source of trace minerals such as iron, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, manganese, and a variety of vitamins (C and other B varieties).

Additionally, ash gourd contains flavonoids and carotenoids, two antioxidants believed to protect cells and certain diseases such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease. At the moment, it is believed that the ash gourd's high antioxidant content accounts for the majority of its alleged benefits.

Main Ingredients

Here are all the ingredients for today’s winter melon juice recipe:

Ingredients for winter melon juice, including winter melon cubes, water, mint leaves, ice, lemon juice, and sugar.
  • Winter Melon: You can find this at most farmers' markets or Asian supermarkets.
  • Lemon Juice: This will give the drink a refreshing citrus flavor that instantly brightens the taste buds.
  • Water: We need water to dilute the bitter undertone of the gourd.
  • Mint: As always, a sprig of mint can elevate the flavor profile of the drink and add a cooling sensation.
  • Ice: This is an optional ingredient, but we strongly recommend it since it will make the drink more refreshing and enjoyable.

Do You Peel Winter Melons Before Juicing?

Yes, we do. The skin of winter melons is quite waxing and may cause stomach irritation so it’s best to remove it.

Storing and Freezing the Leftovers

In this section of the article, we will show you how to store leftover juice and fresh gourd properly.

1. Storing the Leftover

If you have leftover winter melon, it would be best not to peel it. Leave the gourd whole and put it in the fridge.

Suppose that you have cut it in half, exposing some flesh of the melon. If that’s the case, you should wrap the exposed area in cling film to minimize oxidation.

A hand picking up a tall glass of winter melon juice. There's another winter melon juice next to it placed on a wooden coaster.

2. Storing

Any juice that isn't consumed right away should be transferred to an airtight container and kept in the refrigerator.

This winter melon juice can also be frozen in a freezer-safe container to extend its shelf life.

3. How Long Does It Last?

When refrigerated, this winter melon juice can last for about 2 days. If you freeze your juice, it should last a month.

Winter Melon Juice Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Today’s winter melon juice recipe offers you a simple and refreshing drink to quench your thirst. This juice is perfect for everyone because it is dairy-free, nut-free, fat-free, and vegan-friendly.

- by Tuyet Pham, Luna Regina, 2023-04-28

Two tall glasses of winter melon juice, one of which is placed on a wooden board near lime wedges and slices of winter melon.
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  • prep TIME 5 mins
  • total TIME 5 mins
  • COURSE Beverage
  • CUISINE Global
  • SERVINGS
    4
    servings
  • CALORIES 47 kcal

INGREDIENTS

  • 24 oz winter melon (peeled)
  • 1/2 tsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp sugar (optional)
  • 1 cup water
  • 8 mint leaves
  • 2 cups ice

INSTRUCTIONS

1

Juice the winter melon: Put 24 oz winter melon into a juicer.

A juicer processing winter melon into a pale green juice in one glass jug and discarding the abundant materials into another.
2

Add the remaining ingredients: Add 1 cup water, 1/2 tsp lemon juice and sugar to your taste (2 tbsp maximum) then stir until everything is well-mixed.

Sugar being poured into a large jug half-filled with winter melon juice.
3

Stir until everything is well-mixed.

A hand using a spoon to stir in a large glass jug half filled with winter melon juice.
4

Transfer into serving glasses, garnish and serve: Pour the drink into four tall glasses. Garnish with a sprig of mint and serve with 2 cups ice.

A jug pouring winter melon juice into a tall glass.

NUTRITION

Nutrition Facts
Winter Melon Juice Recipe
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 47
% Daily Value*
Fat 0.3g
0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g
Sodium 195mg
8%
Potassium 13.7mg
0%
Carbohydrate 11.5g
4%
Fiber 5g
21%
Sugar 6.3g
7%
Protein 0.7g
1%
Vitamin A 24.4IU
0%
Vitamin C 22.4mg
27%
Calcium 38.4mg
4%
Iron 0.8mg
4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Tuyet Pham

Tuyet Pham

Head Chef, Culinary Consultant
Tuyet Pham is an award-winning Saigonese chef who believes that joy is the secret ingredient to delicious food. At Healthy Recipes 101, Tuyet personally tests and simplifies every recipe, ensuring maximum flavor with minimal effort. With a background at prestigious French restaurants P’TI Saigon and Le Corto, Tuyet knows how to make every dish exceptional.
Luna Regina

Luna Regina

Writer, Author
Luna Regina is an accomplished writer and author who dedicates her career to empowering home cooks and making cooking effortless for everyone. She is the founder of HealthyKitchen101.com and HealthyRecipes101.com, where she works with her team to develop easy, nutritious recipes and help aspiring cooks choose the right kitchen appliances.
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  • Mplsrider
    A delicious and nutritious way to start your day.