(Family Features) Fresh fruit is a breakfast staple, and a nutritious option like watermelon is a sweet way to satisfy hunger (and thirst). As a refreshing ingredient or standalone treat, watermelon includes just 80 calories and no fat. It’s an excellent source of vitamin C (25%) and because it’s made of 92% water, it’s a flavorful way to encourage kids to start a busy day well hydrated.
A bowl of watermelon cut into cubes, balls, or fun shapes is a winning idea, but you can also think outside the rind with these ways to give watermelon a place at your breakfast table.
Get in a school morning groove with more easy breakfast ideas at watermelon.org.
Watermelon Donuts
Servings: 1
2 slices seedless watermelon, 1 1/2 inches thick
2 tablespoons nonfat plain Greek yogurt
1 pinch sugar
vanilla, to taste
9 slivered almonds
Cut out donut shapes from watermelon slices.
Sweeten Greek yogurt with sugar and vanilla, to taste, to create the frosting.
Frost half of watermelon donuts with half of the frosting. Add a layer of remaining watermelon donuts and top with remaining frosting.
Sprinkle toasted almonds over top and serve.
Source: National Watermelon Promotion Board
