How to Cut a Watermelon Into Slices and Cubes

1. Stage

Trim the ends: Cut off each end of the watermelon, enough to expose some of the red flesh.

2. Stage

Cut the melon in half: Turn the watermelon up so that it’s resting on one of the flat surfaces you just created by cutting off the ends. Cut the watermelon in half lengthwise working from top to bottom.

3. Stage

Cut the slices: Place a half of the melon cut-side down and cut into 1-inch slices. You can cut the slices thicker or thinner based on your preferences. Repeat this process with the other half to create large watermelon slices.

4. Stage

Cut into wedges: To cut larger slices into quarters or smaller wedges. Stack 3 to 4 slices on top of each other and ensure they are sturdy. Cut them in half from the top to the bottom of the stack.

5. Stage

Trim the ends: Cut off each end of the watermelon, enough to expose some of the red flesh.

6. Stage

Remove the rind: Turn the watermelon up on its side so that it’s resting on one of the flat surfaces you just created by cutting off the ends. Use the knife to cut the rind off of the watermelon, working from top to bottom. Continue to work your way around the melon until all of the rind is removed and the red-pink flesh is exposed

7. Stage

Cut the melon in half: Cut the watermelon in half lengthwise working from top to bottom

8. Stage

Cut into slices: Place a half of the melon cut-side down and cut into 1-inch slices. You can cut the slices thicker or thinner based on your preferences. Repeat this process with the other half.

9. Stage

Slice into strips: Slice into strips. Cut each half in strips 1-inch wide.

10. Stage

Cut into cubes: Now cut across those strips to create cubes of watermelon. Repeat for each slice.