Watermelon Day

Sunday, August 3, 2025
sliced watermelon on a wood table

Many people enjoy watermelon during the summertime. It is a great way to help us reach the MyPlate recommendations of 1-2 cups from the fruit group each day. One cup of watermelon is equal to 1 small slice (1 inch thick) or 1 cup diced. Check out these watermelon resources and recipes.

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