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How To Cut A Watermelon

by Jessica 16 Comments

How To Cut A Watermelon

It’s summer, and it is HOT!  On a hot summer day, I don’t think there is anything better than a cold, sweet, juicy slice of watermelon!  We are huge fans in this house, and a full watermelon goes quickly around here.  A few year ago, I had bought a watermelon to take to a cookout.  I just brought it along with me to my friend Jen’s house, and was ready to cut it open.  I had my knife out ready to get to work when Jenny stopped me.  She said, “Jess, let me show you how to cut a watermelon the right way.”  I swear, it’s one of the best tips I have ever learned, and today I’m going to share it with you!

How To Pick A WatermelonFirst you have to pick the right watermelon.  Mr. Peyton from our farmer’s market told me you want to find one with a big yellow spot.  That means it’s had time to rest on the ground and ripen.  He actually said, “Get yee one with a big ol’ yeller spot on it.  That means she’s had time to juice up.”  I do love my Mr. Peyton!

How To Cut A Watermelon Step TwoNow, slice that baby right down the middle.

How To Cut A Watermelon Step 3This is the part when I used to get stumped, but it’s super easy from here, I promise!

How To Cut A Watermelon Step 4Slice each half of the watermelon again.  You should have four quarters.

How To Cut A Watermelon Step 5Now take a smaller knife and slice along the rind in a curving motion from one end to the other.

How To Cut A Watermelon Step 6While the melon is still sitting in the rind, cut thin or thick slices.

How To Cut A Watermelon Into TrianglesNow dump your slices into a pretty dish, or leave them right there, ripe for the picking!

How to cut a watermelon step by step instructions

I prefer to leave my watermelon in the refrigerator for a bit so it’s nice and cold.

This is my favorite summer go to, and I have some other friends that are sharing their favorite go to summer recipes…

Summer Recipes

  1. Great-Grandma’s “Secret-Ingredient” Potato Salad
  2. Blueberry Pie Bars
  3. Watermelon Green Tea
  4. Independence Day Cranberry Pop Rocks Mocktail
  5. Fruit Pizza
  6. Zucchini Recipes
  7. Grilled Pizza
  8. Fruit Yogurt Parfaits
  9. Root Beer Float Popsicles
  10. Watermelon Smoothie
  11. Refreshing Summer Noodle Salad
  12. Frozen Banana Rum Cocktails
  13. Coke Float Popsicles
  14. Peach Cobbler Cupcakes
  15. Lemon Picnic Pasta
  16. Sand Castle Rice Krispies
  17. Frozen Chocolate Bananas
  18. BBQ Chicken Pizza
  19. Watermelon Berry Chia Seeds Pops
  20. Fresh Summer Melon Ideas
  21. How to cut a watermelon
  22. And, even more Favorite Summer Recipes

I hope you find lots of yummy treats!

Happy Summer!

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  1. Heather says

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    What a great tip! Thank you for sharing…my watermelon slices never turn out this pretty.

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  2. Sharon B Graham says

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    That looks soo delicious… your friend was right about the spot of yellow… also,a slightly hollow sound when you thump it means it’s ready … and the best tasting ones are usually the ones that split on there own as soon as you start 1st cut…yummy! Nothing like a good slice of melon & the juice running down your chin!!!no salt on mine tho,thanks!()

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  3. Thistle says

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    I need a Mr.Peyton! Great tips! Thanks so much for sharing.

    Hapoy Fourth to you!
    karianne

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I’m Jessica, a mom on a mission to show other women that you can live well without breaking the bank. I like to share the thrifty, creative ways that I make changes in my home in the hopes that it will spark the creativity in someone else! I love to share DIY projects, crafts, simple recipes and cleaning tips too! Read More…

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