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How to Cut a Watermelon (3 Quick Ways)

If cutting into a melon has always stumped you, you’re about to learn how to cut a watermelon in 3 easy ways. All you need is a knife & a cutting board!

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 1350 kcal
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 watermelon

Instructions

Slices
    Cup of Yum
  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. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 1350kcal (68%) Carbohydrates 340g (113%) Protein 27g (54%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Sodium 45mg (2%) Potassium 5040mg (144%) Fiber 18g (72%) Sugar 279g (558%) Vitamin A 25605IU (512%) Vitamin C 365mg (406%) Calcium 315mg (32%) Iron 11mg (61%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1cup

Amount Per Serving

Calories 1350

% Daily Value*

Calories 1350kcal 68%
Carbohydrates 340g 113%
Protein 27g 54%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 45mg 2%
Potassium 5040mg 107%
Fiber 18g 72%
Sugar 279g 558%
Vitamin A 25605IU 512%
Vitamin C 365mg 406%
Calcium 315mg 32%
Iron 11mg 61%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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