This quintessential summer fruit is 92 percent water. Just a small wedge has nearly a full cup. Watermelon is also a top source of the antioxidant lycopene, which has been linked to a lower risk of certain cancers. Eating watermelon may even give your overall diet a nutritional upgrade. In national nutrition surveys, adults who ate about 1 cup of watermelon a day, on average, also took in more fiber, magnesium, potassium, vitamin A, and lycopene, and less added sugars and saturated fat than people who didn’t.
Try it: Brush thick watermelon “steaks” with avocado oil or another neutral-flavored oil and grill on medium-high heat for 2 to 3 minutes per side. Sprinkle with lime juice, a pinch of salt, and chopped mint.
