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The sweet cucumber or pear-melon (Solanum muricatum) is a species native to the Andean region, where it has been cultivated several thousand years ago.
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However, despite its good productive qualities, it has been a crop that has not spread to the rest of the world.
Melon cucumber is a berry that can be consumed as a refreshing fruit or in salads, depending on the variety or the state of ripeness of the fruit.
Its consumption is also possible in juices or in more elaborate desserts and dishes. The fruit has a good flavor and a great aroma.
As for its nutritional properties, 90% is water, and it is also low in calories and contains a high content of vitamin C.
Sweet cucumber is consumed primarily as fresh fruit or in salad.
Some varieties have very aromatic fruits, which makes them very suitable for the preparation of Macedonian or elaborate desserts.
It is also included in various recipes for sauces, soups or other dishes.
Sweet cucumber or Melon cucumber can also be used in the preparation of ice cream and preserves.