What's the Difference Between Orange and Red Watermelon?

The difference in color is primarily due to the concentration of pigment cells, such as lycopene and beta-carotene. Red watermelons have a high level of lycopene – the same chemical that makes tomatoes red, while orange watermelons have a balance between lycopene and beta-carotene, resulting in its orange appearance.

Can I eat orange watermelon?

Orange watermelon may be substituted for Red watermelon or any other sweet melon. They are usually eaten raw, but may be grilled or seared in a hot pan, thus caramelizing its natural concentration of sugars. Use the juice of Orange watermelons in cocktails, syrups and frozen desserts.

Is red or yellow watermelon better?

Health Benefits

The common red watermelon is packed with vitamin A, B6 and C while the less common yellow watermelon contains vitamin A, C and a number of vitamins from the B group. The color of red watermelon is the result of high percentages of a phytonutrient, lycopene.