Q&A for How to Eat a Kiwano (Horned Melon)

Yes, but you may want to strain the seeds out first. Scoop out the inside and pass the pulp through cheesecloth or a fine strainer to separate the seeds from the juice.

Yes! Plant the seeds about an inch into the soil during the spring. After that you can find instructions online for caring for the plants.

It will not last very long before it spoils.

No, you may not eat the skin. It would be painful.

Yes, you can eat the seeds. It's like a pomegranate; the seeds are edible.

People claim different things, like cucumber or banana. Personally, I think it tastes similar to kiwi.

Yes.

Because they are imported fruit from South America and Africa. They are well known there.

They will keep, although they are best stored in a cool place (between 55-65 degrees F).

A standard size raw kiwano contains 96 calories. A cup (8.2 oz) contains 104 calories.

Most larger grocery chains carry them. You could also search online.

Kiwanos are a good source of magnesium, beta carotene, and vitamin A.

Kiwi is a high risk fruit regarding allergies because it cross-reacts with many other allergens. While the Kiwi and the Kiwano (horned melon) are related, the Kiwano doesn't cross react in the same way. This makes it unlikely you will experience an allergic reaction. However, I advise you to consider how serious your symptoms are. If kiwis cause you rash, vomiting, or anaphylactic shock you might want to ask your doctor before consuming as there is a very small chance you could have a reaction.

Yes, you can. However, they're not as flavorful as the flesh. They taste a bit bland.