• Wash the watermelon under running water, then pat it dry. This prevents any dirt or potential bacteria on the skin from finding its way to the fruit.

How to cut watermelon into slices

• Trim the ends: Set the watermelon on a sturdy cutting board. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut off both ends of the watermelon. This will give you a stable base for the following steps.
• Cut it in half: With the watermelon standing on one of the flat ends, cut it down the middle to create two halves.
• Cut it into quarters: Set one half to the side and cut the other half while standing up still in half again to make two quarters. Set one quarter aside and lay the other one on a flat side.
• Cut it into slices: Slice all the way through the watermelon to create 1 - 1 ½-inch slices (or your preferred thickness). Repeat the same steps with the remaining quarter and the other half.

How to cut watermelon into sticks

• Cut it in half: With the ends intact, slice the watermelon in half crosswise. Set aside one half and turn the other half to face cut side down on a sturdy cutting board.
• Make a grid: Slice the half all the way along into 1-inch wide pieces. Rotate it 90 degrees, then repeat the same slices in the other direction. The final result will look like a grid pattern.

How to cut watermelon into cubes

• Trim the ends: Cut the ends off the watermelon on a sturdy cutting board with a sharp knife.
• Remove the rind: Stand the watermelon upright on one of the cut ends. Starting at the top and working your way down, carefully cut off the rind in strips with a sharp chef’s knife.
• Trim the white portions: Follow the curve of the watermelon as closely as possible to minimize waste. If there are any major white parts left, you can trim them off as well (they can taste quite tough and bitter).
• Cut round slices: Once all the rind is removed, lay the watermelon down horizontally. Cut it into even round slices, around 1 to 2 inches thick, depending on your preference.
• Slice the cubes: Lay each round slice of watermelon down on a flat side, then cut it into 1-inch strips. Rotate the slice 90 degrees and make 1-inch cuts across the strips to form cubes. You can adjust the size of the cubes based on your preference or the recipe you're using.