Watermelon is the ultimate summer fruit—juicy, refreshing, and perfect for everything from backyard BBQs to picnic baskets. But cutting one? That can get messy fast if you don’t have a game plan. Here's the easiest, cleanest, and most efficient method to cut a watermelon like a pro—no wasted juice, no awkward chunks, and no stress.
Why This Method Works:
Safe & Simple: Keeps your hands and board clean while avoiding slippery accidents.
Versatile Cuts: Perfect for cubes, sticks, or wedges depending on how you want to serve.
Maximized Yield: Get more fruit with less waste.
What You’ll Need:
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1 whole, ripe watermelon
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A large cutting board
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A sharp chef's knife or slicing knife
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Kitchen towel or paper towel for stability
Instructions:
1. Wash the Watermelon:
Rinse the outside under running water and dry thoroughly. Even though you’re not eating the rind, a clean surface prevents bacteria from transferring inside when slicing.
2. Slice Off Both Ends:
Place the watermelon on its side and cut off about ½ inch from the top and bottom to create two flat surfaces. This gives you a stable base for cutting.
3. Stand It Up & Remove the Rind:
Stand the melon upright on one flat end. Using a sharp knife, slice downward following the curve of the fruit to remove the rind in strips. Rotate and repeat until all the green and white rind is gone.
4. Cut Into Rounds:
Lay the now rindless melon on its side again. Cut into thick 1-inch rounds.
5. Slice into Sticks or Cubes:
Stack a few rounds and cut them into long strips, then rotate and slice again to create cubes. For finger-friendly sticks (great for kids or parties), just slice each round into wide fry-like pieces.
6. Serve or Store:
Transfer the cut pieces into a bowl or container. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
To slice cleanly and safely through thick melon rinds, you’ll want a long, sturdy chef's knife with a comfortable grip—an essential tool that makes prepping fruit fast, easy, and frustration-free.