I’ve been nervous to post lately because we cannot seem to keep up with our online orders, but I can’t hold back with these adorable babiest cuties of the cucurbit world. In case you haven’t yet had the pleasure, I introduce you to the Cucamelon! These seeds were grown for our Truelove Seeds catalog by Jane, Karen, Lorrie, and Michaela of @riseandrootfarm in Chester, NY. @michaela.chef.farmer has this to say: "My happy place. These tiny cucamelons are one of my favorites. Crunchy, tangy and so cute. Originally from Mexico and Central America where they are called Sandita (little watermelon), Melothria scabra aren’t actually cucumbers though they taste like they are." With an occasional hint of sourness, you can eat them like cucumbers: in salads, as garnishes, and as pickles. Also known as Mexican Sour Gherkin and Mouse Melon. I’ve seen mentions of the fact this plant has medicinal uses, but not which ones. The fruits are high in lycopene, beta-carotin, fiber, potassium, and vitamins E, C, and K. For those of you who are more familiar with this plant, what parts of the story are we missing? What is your favorite thing about this cutie patootie? Photos by @michaela.chef.farmer #seedkeeping #mousemelon #mexicansourgherkin #cucamelon #sandita #melothriascabra https://www.instagram.com/p/CKktmgwg8zB/?igshid=14dvzxoi3khsf
