Source: MRS 2025
MRS: 6955 — Fruit (6500s)

Watermelon Chunks (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)
Watermelon, Fresh, #4216
33  pounds
DIRECTIONS

1.

Rinse the watermelons under cool, running water. Drain the melons thoroughly and allow them to dry.

2.

Cut the watermelons in half.

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

3.

Three options for service:

  1. Cut the watermelons into wedges to equal ½ cup serving.
  2. Cut the watermelons into cubes. Portion with #8 scoop or 4 ounce ladle for ½ cup serving.
  3. Use a #8 scoop, scoop ½ cup servings into individual portion containers.

4.

Portion ½ cup of watermelon per serving. Each portion provides ½ cup of fruit.

CCP: Cover and hold under refrigeration (41 degrees F or lower) ) until ready for service. Check temperature every 30 minutes. Cover, label, and date any leftovers. Refrigerate at 41 degrees F or lower.

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 F, prior to use.
- Use USDA Foods or Department of Defense (DoD) products when available.
 

Serving Notes

Other options for service: Cut watermelon into cubes and portion ½ cup cut melons into individual serving dishes or place in 2-inch deep serving pans. If serving melon from the serving pan, portion with 4-ounce spoodle or # 8 scoop for ½  cup fruit.

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
45
Carbohydrates
11.30 g
Dietary Fiber
0.60 g
Protein
0.91 g
Sodium
1.49 mg
Total Fat
0.22 g
Sat. Fat
0.02 g
Trans Fat
0.00 g