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    How to cut a Watermelon

    Modified: Apr 19, 2022 · Published: Jun 14, 2016 by Kristin · This post may contain affiliate links. · 2 Comments

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    The easiest, best method on how to cut a watermelon couldn’t be simpler! Perfect for summer season, or anytime!

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    My youngest son LOVES watermelon. Every time we head to the store, he always begs me to buy a watermelon. I used to cut wedges out of it for him to eat, but quickly realized he either dropped it because it was “too big” (his reasoning, ha-ha), or he would have watermelon juice all over his face from the wedge being big and him putting his whole mouth into it (quite funny to watch).

    Well, one afternoon, my hubby decided to cut it differently and it ended up being perfect. My hubby cut it into “sticks” and so my son was able to hold it easily, no mess, and it was great for the whole family to enjoy. Plus, it cut more sticks then wedges, so we were able to bring it out and share with all the neighborhood kids.

    A round or oblong watermelon that is rather large is not the easiest thing to navigate in the kitchen! Fortunately, a few simple steps make the task much less challenging.

    This method is simple and definitely a good way to serve watermelon for company, picnics, parties, or for your family meals!! Even just to enjoy as a snack each time you pass the refrigerator!

    Enjoy!

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    • How to cut a watermelon
    • How to pick the perfect watermelon
    • How To Cut a Watermelon

    How to cut a watermelon

    Slice your watermelon directly in half.

    Cut each half into 2-inch slices going across. *This will leave you with moon shaped slices

    Take each moon shaped slice and cut into small strips.

    Serve!!

    How to pick the perfect watermelon

    Pick up the watermelons and opt for the heaviest one. The heavier, the juicier!

    Look for one with a matte coating, not shiny. Shiny can be a sign of the watermelon being overgrown.

    Opt for one without bruises, holes, and bumps as those can be a sign of bugs, watering issues, or one with rot.

    Knock on it and see if it sounds hollow. Once ripe, watermelons will have a hollow sound if knocked on.

     

    These Watermelon Margaritas are just the thing to make with your freshly cut watermelon slices!

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    How To Cut a Watermelon

    Recipe by: Kristin
    The easiest, best method on how to cut a watermelon couldn't be simpler! Perfect for summer season, or anytime!
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Breakfast, Snack
    Servings 16
    Calories 84 kcal

    Equipment

    • Watermelon Knife

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 watermelon

    Instructions
     

    • Cut your watermelon directly in half.
    • Cut each half into 2 inch slices going across. *This will leave you with moon shaped slices
    • Cut each moon shaped slice into small strips.
    • Serve!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 84kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 3mgPotassium: 315mgFiber: 1gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 1600IUVitamin C: 23mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
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    1. Barb says

      June 14, 2016 at 1:46 pm

      Hi……I believe you left out the word inches, in your instructions. Cutting each half into only 2 slices isn’t going to work. I hope you’re enjoying your new home…..do you miss McKinney?

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      • Kristin says

        June 15, 2016 at 7:08 am

        Oops, sorry, I have corrected the recipe, thanks! We are definitely enjoying Houston and our new home because it is near a lot of family now, however, we do miss McKinney and the great neighborhood pools we had!

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