How to Cut a Watermelon (3 Quick Ways)

Slices

1. Slice the watermelon in half.
2. Place each watermelon half down on a cutting board flesh side down. Slice each half into four equal quarters.
3. Cut each quarter into thick 1-inch slices.

Cubes

1. Cut the watermelon crosswise.
2. Place each half down on a cutting board with the red flesh side down. Cut each half into four equal quarters.
3. Using a sharp knife, slice diagonally across the flesh 3-4 times. Flip the watermelon quarter around and slice diagonally across the other side 3-4 times. Run your knife close against the watermelon rind to remove the rind.
4. Shake the chunks of watermelon loose from the rind. Repeat.

Sticks

1. Cut the watermelon in half.
2. Place the watermelon flat side down on the cutting board. Slice it into 1-inch thick pieces from one side to the other.
3. Turn the watermelon halfway and slice in the opposite direction, making small cube-sized shapes with the rind and forming 3-4 inch long watermelon sticks.