How to Cut a Cantaloupe (3 Ways)
Learn how to cut a cantaloupe into slices, wedges, and cubes, how to store it, and the best ways to use it to get the most out of this sweet fruit!
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cantaloupe
Instructions
- Use a sharp knife to slice off both ends.1 cantaloupe
- Stand the fruit up on one end, and carefully run the knife down the sides to remove the skin. Be careful not to cut away the flesh of the fruit!
- Slice the cantaloupe in half lengthwise.
- Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and membrane. Again, be careful not to actually scoop out the flesh of the fruit!
- Slices: Turn the melon cut side down, and cut widthwise to create half rings.
- Wedges: Slice each melon half in half again, angling the knife at 45 degrees. Slice each piece in half again, keeping the knife angled. Repeat until there are 8 wedges.
- Cubes: Place the melon hollow side down, and slice lengthwise. Then, rotate, and slice across again widthwise.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving