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How to Cut a Cantaloupe Melon

A step-by-step process on how to cut a cantaloupe melon.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Gluten-Free, Side Dish, Snack, Vegan, Vegetarian
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Low Fat, Vegan
Servings: 1 cantaloupe
Author: Rena

Equipment

  • 1 Sharp knife
  • 1 wooden cutting board

Ingredients

  • 1 cantaloupe ripe; whole

Instructions

  • Place the cantaloupe on its side on top of the cutting board. With a knife, carefully slice off ½-inch from the top and bottom of the melon.
  • Stand the cantaloupe on its bottom, then carefully slice down the edge of the rind and skin making sure to cut the rind from top to bottom.
  • Repeat until all of the skin is off of the cantaloupe.
  • Next, cut the cantaloupe straight down the middle forming two halves.
  • Scoop out the seeds with a spoon. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Be sure to select a ripe cantaloupe from the store. Ripe cantaloupe will be fragrant.
  • Store any leftover cantaloupe in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
  • Dip the cantaloupe in your fruit dips.
  • You can cut any kind of melon this way.
  • Serve the cantaloupe as cubes, spheres, or slices.
  • Enjoy chilled for the best flavor. 

Nutrition

Calories: 188kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 166mg | Potassium: 867mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 44g | Vitamin A: 18669IU | Vitamin C: 60mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg