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How to Slice a Watermelon

How to slice a watermelon

Ever wondered just how you would cut a huge watermelon into slices to serve to your guests, without making a huge mess?

Here's a step by step guide to help you out! Once you've mastered this, you will be serving up watermelons like a pro!

 

Step 1) Cut the Watermelon right down the middle. If the watermelon is an oblong shape, cut down the long side.

Slice a Watermelon Step 1

 

Step 2) Place the watermelon face down on the cutting board, and then cut through the middle. Repeat with other half of the watermelon.

Slice a Watermelon Step 2

 

3)  Cut the quarters of watermelons into 1 inch wide slices. 

Slice a Watermelon Step 3

 

4)  Now, slice the half-circle slices into halves one more time.

Slice a Watermelon Step 4

 

5) Arrange the perfect quarter slices on to a tray! That's all there is to it!

Slice a Watermelon Step 5

 

Now you know how to slice and serve any watermelon into perfect quarter slices. This tip is great to know for hosting large parties, outdoor gatherings, and more!

Stop by your nearest Market Basket for large seedless watermelons or personal-sized watermelons ready for picking. Not looking for a whole one? We have red ripe sliced watermelons ready for you in our produce aisle and our fresh cut veggies section!

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