9 Types of Melons to Try This Summer
This article highlights various types of melons to enjoy during the summer season. It introduces lesser-known varieties such as Charentais, Canary, and Galia melons, each with unique flavors and textures. The piece also suggests ways to incorporate these melons into recipes and pair them with other ingredients.
- ▪Watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew are common, but summer brings a variety of other melons to farmers markets.
- ▪Charentais melon, known for its floral flavor, is often called a 'true cantaloupe' and is great in sweet or savory dishes.
- ▪Canary melon has a bright yellow skin and a subtly tropical taste, making it ideal for cold soups and salads.
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Cooking9 Types of Melons to Try This SummerGo beyond watermelon and cantaloupe with these juicy-sweet melon varieties, including Crenshaw, Christmas, and Canary melon.By Joanna Sciarrino and Joe SevierMay 27, 2026Photograph by Shawn Michael Jones, Food Styling by Spencer Richards, Prop Styling by JoJo LiWatermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew are easy to find at grocery stores year-round. But during summer, farmers markets and roadside stands start filling up with other types of melons—varieties with floral aromas, honey-sweet flesh, and textures that range from crisp and refreshing to soft and almost custardy.
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