Source: MRS 2025
MRS: 6705 — Fruit (6500s)

Melon Cubes (Fresh)

Meal Component Contribution:
½ cup fruit
Number of Portions: 100  Size of Portion: ½ cup
Recipe HACCP Process: #1 - No cook
Fruits
  •  Fruits

INGREDIENT
MEASURE (FOR 100 SERVINGS)
Cantaloupe Melons, Raw, #4204
17  pounds + 8  ounces
Honeydew Melons, Fresh, #4207
20  pounds + 8  ounces
DIRECTIONS

1.

Rinse the melons under cool, running water. Drain the melons thoroughly.

2.

Peel the rind from the melons. Then remove the pith and the seeds.
Cut melons into ½ inch cubes. Combine the melons together in a large bowl or steam table pan.

3.

Portion ½ cup of melon pieces with #8 scoop or 4 ounce spoodle in individual portion containers for service.
Cover the portions of melons. Place them under refrigeration until ready for service.
ALTERNATE INSTRUCTIONS: Place melon pieces in 2-inch deep steam table pans. Cover and place under refrigeration until ready for service.

CCP:  Hold cut product under refrigeration 41 degrees F or lower.

4.

Place the melons on the refrigerated portion of the line for service.

CCP: Hold cut product under refrigeration (41 degrees F or lower) for a maximum of 1 day.

5.

If serving individual portions, portion one individual portion container per serving.
If serving melon from steamtable pans, portion with 4 ounce spoodle or # 8 scoop for ½ cup fruit per serving.
Each portion provides ½ cup fruit.

CCP:  Hold cut product under refrigeration (41 degrees F or lower) for a maximum of 1 day. Leftovers should be covered, labeled, and dated.  If unable to hold under refrigeration, throw away after 4 hours.

Production Notes

- Melons are sensitive to extreme heat or cold.
- Flavor and texture can be improved if the product is held for a few days at 60 degrees F, prior to use.
- Use USDA Foods or Department of Defense (DoD) products when available.

Purchasing Guide

Refer to the USDA FNS Food Buying Guide for School Meal Programs and/or the item's product formulation statement for quantities to purchase if the recipe is altered.

Miscellaneous Notes

If changes are made in ingredients, check the crediting information and re-calculate the nutrition analysis.

Nutrients Per Serving
Calories
60
Carbohydrates
14.93 g
Dietary Fiber
1.46 g
Protein
1.17 g
Sodium
29.44 mg
Total Fat
0.28 g
Sat. Fat
0.08 g
Trans Fat
0.00 g