Pre-skewer the melon to save time and effort
Effortless, neat, and without any cumbersome rind to throw away, this method of serving watermelon is ideal for both dinner plates and for sharing with kids. As showcased by specialty food service brand Melissa's Produce on TikTok, the key to perfecting this simple way to present everyone's favorite summer fruit lies in your initial steps. Start with a whole melon—be sure to choose the best one from the store—and cut it in half lengthwise, placing the flesh side down so the rounded rind is facing up, ready for skewers. If you don’t have skewers available, popsicle sticks can also work (and may be safer for younger children who shouldn’t handle sharp objects).
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Next, insert the stick at evenly spaced intervals into the rind, arranging them in a grid pattern. If the sticks are too close together, your resulting spears will be quite thin, but if they’re spaced too far apart, you’ll end up with more oversized wedges than spears. Adjust the spacing according to your desired serving size. Once all the skewers are securely inserted, use a sharp, large knife to slice downwards, first horizontally and then vertically, creating squares around each skewer. When you finish cutting through the last section, the ready-to-serve skewers should drop onto the cutting board. Your refreshing dessert or snack is now ready to be enjoyed as is, or you can add a splash of lemon juice or a sprinkle of salt for an extra kick.
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