How to Cut a Watermelon, the Right Way

My kids love watermelon and we have plenty throughout the year, especially in the summer.  I always love to try different ways to cut and serve them.  In the pass, I simply cut them into triangles slices or cubes.  Or, cut the watermelon in half and serve it straight with spoons.  Of course, that can get a little messy and juices drip all over the place.  Until, I've learn the right way to cut the watermelon!  Alright, maybe there is no “right” or “wrong” way to cut a watermelon.  But, there’s certainly the messy way, verses the easy and fun way to cut and to serve watermelons. 

So, here’s how I do it now.  It’s life changing and I bet you won’t go back to any old ways that you've done after trying this quick and easy method.

1) I always wash and dry the skin of the melon before I cut.

2) With a sharp knife, cut the watermelon in half

3) Place the melon cut side down and cut vertical slices, about 1-inch thick.  Try to keep the melon in shape while you cut.



4) Then, turn the melon 90 degree, and cut vertically again, 1-inch apart to create the “square” patterns

5) You’re now ready to serve!  My Little Girl calls this a watermelon puzzle! Smarty pants!

6) My Little Boy calls these watermelon sticks, great description!



You can definitely play a puzzle game before eating.  I certainly love these watermelon sticks, they are so easy to eat and no mess at all.  I say they are pretty fun to serve for parties and gatherings as well.  I hope you’ll give this fun, quick and easy way of cutting watermelon a try.  If you do, please let me know how you like this new method!  Do you have a special way to cut yours?  Please share!  Stay tuned for more fun recipes and how-to in my future posts.