1. Smell the area where the stem was attached. A ripe cantaloupe will have a sweet, slightly musky aroma. If it doesn't smell fragrant, it may not be ripe. 2.
Look for a cantaloupe with a prominent, well-defined netting pattern on its skin. The background color should be a golden or creamy hue, rather than green.
Gently press the ends of the cantaloupe. A ripe one will yield slightly under pressure but should not be too soft. Avoid cantaloupes that are too firm or too mushy.
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A ripe cantaloupe should feel heavy for its size. Heaviness indicates that it is full of juice and ripe.
Tap the cantaloupe lightly with your knuckles. A ripe cantaloupe will produce a deep, hollow sound. If it sounds dense or dull, it may not be ripe.
If the cantaloupe still has a bit of stem attached, it should be slightly soft and easily yield to pressure. A green, fresh stem may indicate that the fruit was picked too early.
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