Muskmelon Cooler, a Summer Drink

Musk Melon Cooler

summer is round the corner. whole india is a hot tawa now. some cool drinks is the only rescue on this season.watermelon and muskmelon are in season. 

Muskmelon is a species of melon. Its scientific name is cucumis melo. It is a fleshy and watery fruit. It is found in different shapes and colors. It is found during summer especially from April to August. It is a sweet fruit which is having cooling effect on body. Muskmelon is native of Iran, Anatolia and Armenia. It also grows in northwest India and Afghanistan. 

Muskmelons are like super hero of fruits. These are good sources of Minerals, Vitamin A and Vitamin C. Melons have 90%of water. It is very good for the summer.

Muskmelon has different health benefits. These are good for constipation, acidity, digestive function, bowel movements, and diarrhea. It is very good for women also. It helps in regulating blood flow during periods. It also helps in lactation. It induces breast milk of new mothers.

One can make yummy drinks from muskmelon. Here is my recipe …

Musk melon cooler

Musk melon – 700 gms

Sugar – 2 t0 4 tbsp (depends on the sweetness)

Black salt- to taste

Water – 1 cup

Lemon juice- 2tbsp

Ice cubes- 5 to 6 cubes

Black pepper- 1 tbsp

Cut the muskmelon into half. Scoop out the seeds first. Then scoop out the flesh in a bowl. Blend the flesh with sugar, ice cubes, black salt and water. Make a smooth juice. Then add lemon juice and black pepper. Taste the cooler and adjust all the flavors if needed. Add ice cubes and serve.