Although it is not yet known in Europe and there is a bad habit of throwing away the string of melon seeds, melon seed horchata is a typical drink from some areas of Central America such as Oaxaca and Chiapas, and is basically characterized by being a very refreshing juice, diuretic and rich in vitamin C.
Very low in calories it is indicated in weight control diets and diets for diabetes control. In addition, melon seeds are pectoral and antispasmodic, which is why it is recommended, among others, in chronic bronchial processes. In case of cystitis and renal colic, this same horchata of melon seeds can help relieve the pain and irritation of the urinary tract.
I leave you several recipes for melon drinks:
1- the recipe for melon seed horchata.
2- recipe for tigernut horchata with melon smoothie recipe.
You’ll be surprised how good they are!