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Easy Melon Cutting Hack: Quick Fruit Prep in Minutes!
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Easy Melon Cutting Hack: Quick Fruit Prep in Minutes!
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Easy Melon Cutting Hack: Quick Fruit Prep in Minutes!

Learn the easiest and fastest way to cut any melon perfectly! This kitchen hack will transform your fruit preparation, making it mess-free and super efficient. Enjoy fresh, ready-to-eat melon without the fuss. Perfect for healthy snacks and summer refreshments.
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Fresh Whole Melon
Fresh Whole Melon

Recipe Information

7m
Prep Time
0m
Cook Time
7m
Total Time
6
Servings
Easy
Fruit Preparation
English
Nutrition (per serving)
50
Calories
1g
Protein
12g
Carbs
0g
Fat
Peeled Melon Halves
Peeled Melon Halves

Ingredients

  • Melon
    (Ripe, such as watermelon, cantaloupe, or honeydew)

    1 medium-sized
  • Cutting Board
    (Sturdy and stable)

    1 unit
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  • Sharp Knife
    (Chef's knife recommended)

    1 unit
Servings: 6
💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!
Perfectly Cubed Melon
Perfectly Cubed Melon

Instructions

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  • 1

    Thoroughly wash the outside of the melon under cold running water to remove any dirt or bacteria.
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    Step 1 visual
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    Thoroughly wash the outside of the melon under cold running water to remove any dirt or bacteria.
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    Using a clean brush can help scrub textured rinds.
  • 2

    Place the washed melon on a stable cutting board. Using a large, sharp chef's knife, carefully slice off both ends of the melon (about 1/2 inch from each end) to create flat, stable surfaces.
    Step 2 visual
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    Step 2 visual
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    Place the washed melon on a stable cutting board. Using a large, sharp chef's knife, carefully slice off both ends of the melon (about 1/2 inch from each end) to create flat, stable surfaces.
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    Make sure the cuts are even to prevent the melon from wobbling.
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  • 3

    Stand the melon upright on one of its flat ends. Carefully slice downwards along the curve of the melon, removing the rind in strips. Rotate the melon and continue slicing until all the green/yellow rind is removed, leaving only the flesh.
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    Step 3 visual
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    Stand the melon upright on one of its flat ends. Carefully slice downwards along the curve of the melon, removing the rind in strips. Rotate the melon and continue slicing until all the green/yellow rind is removed, leaving only the flesh.
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    Try to cut just enough rind to minimize waste of the fruit flesh.
  • 4

    Lay the peeled melon horizontally on the cutting board. Slice the melon in half lengthwise. Use a spoon or an ice cream scoop to carefully remove all the seeds and fibrous strands from the center of both halves.
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    Step 4 visual
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    Lay the peeled melon horizontally on the cutting board. Slice the melon in half lengthwise. Use a spoon or an ice cream scoop to carefully remove all the seeds and fibrous strands from the center of both halves.
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    An ice cream scoop can make deseding quicker and cleaner.
  • 5

    Place each melon half, cut-side down, on the cutting board. Slice each half lengthwise into thick strips, about 1-inch (2.5 cm) wide.
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    Place each melon half, cut-side down, on the cutting board. Slice each half lengthwise into thick strips, about 1-inch (2.5 cm) wide.
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    Maintain even strip thickness for uniform cubes.
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  • 6

    Stack a few melon strips together. Slice crosswise (perpendicular to the strips) to create bite-sized cubes. Repeat with the remaining strips until all the melon is cubed. Serve immediately or store.
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    Step 6 visual
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    Stack a few melon strips together. Slice crosswise (perpendicular to the strips) to create bite-sized cubes. Repeat with the remaining strips until all the melon is cubed. Serve immediately or store.
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    Cubed melon is perfect for fruit salads, smoothies, or a refreshing snack.
💡 Tip: Click on any step to mark it as completed and track your cooking progress!

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