Cantaloupe
July 2026
Check out some creative dishes with cantaloupe below:
Sautéed Apricots in Salad
Sautéing apricots is an interesting experiment. The juices flow, carrying over into whatever else it’s cooking with (in this case, almonds). The flavor ended up being magical and truly made the salad.
Apricot Upside Down Cake
There’s no shortage of desserts you can make with apricots. In fact, most of the dishes I’d researched for apricots were desserts. But this cake was something special. Instead of its more tropical cousin pineapple, the more subtle tones of apricot made this a lovely addition to the upside down cake canon.
Apricot Jam
Making jam at home is always an interesting experiment. But it’s quite simple to do, and well worth it!
Fun Facts about Cantaloupe
Why do pastry bakers love apricot jam?
Adding apricot jam on top of a dessert helps to keep the fruit or topping from oxidizing, while also helping the fruit retain its moisture.
What’s more, apricot jam isn’t as overpowering as say, raspberry or strawberry jam, meaning it’s perfect for giving desserts that nice shiny coat without ruining the flavor.
How old are apricots?
The apricot has been cultivated since 3,000 B.C. It originated in ancient China and central Asia, though evidence suggests that it was independently domesticated in Europe around 2,000 - 3,000 years ago.
What vitamins do apricots have?
Like carrots, apricots are high in beta-carotene, which gives them their orange color. This also means they’re high in Vitamin A, a key vitamin needed for healthy eyes and skin.
How long do apricot trees produce fruit?
In ideal conditions, the apricot tree can live anywhere from 60 to 80 years, though most trees live only for 20 to 30 years. The apricot tree can produce fruit for 20 to 25 years of those.
