It’s easy to cut a honeydew with these simple steps. Follow these tips and you’ll be a honeydew cutting pro in no time!
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Tools
Honeydews are a type of melon that has a greenish-white flesh and a smooth, bump-free exterior. They’re relatively large—weighing in at about 5-6 pounds—and can be found pre-cut in most grocery stores. But if you happen to come across a whole honeydew, don’t be intimidated! cutting a honeydew is actually quite simple. All you need is a sharp knife and a cutting board.
Knife
A knife is the most common tool used to cut a honeydew. A sharp knife will make it easier to cut through the tough outer skin of the melon and reduce the risk of injury. Look for a sharp, serrated knife with a comfortable handle.
Start by cutting off one end of the honeydew, then stand the melon upright on your cutting board. Slice down the center of the melon, following the curve of the fruit. Turn the halves cut-side down and slice them into wedges.
If you want to remove the seeds from your honeydew, use a spoon to scoop them out before cutting the melon into wedges. You can also remove the seeds after you’ve cut the melon by gently pressing on them with your fingers or a spoon.
Cutting board
The cutting board is the most important tool for cutting a honeydew. A good cutting board will be made of hardwood or bamboo and will be large enough to give you plenty of room to work. Avoid using a glass or plastic cutting board, as these can dull your knives. If you don’t have a cutting board, you can use a clean, dry towel on a flat surface.
Once you have your cutting board, make sure it is clean and dry before you start cutting. Wet or damp boards can cause your knife to slip, which can lead to dangerous accidents.
Steps
Wash the honeydew and cut off both ends. Cut the honeydew in half and then slice it in half again. Scoop out the seeds with a spoon. Slice the honeydew into thin pieces.
Place the honeydew on the cutting board
Before you cut the honeydew, make sure to wash it thoroughly. Place the honeydew on a cutting board, then slice 1/2 inch off the top and bottom of the fruit. Cut the honeydew in half, then slice each half into thin wedges.
Cut off the top and bottom of the honeydew
Using a sharp knife, cut off the top and bottom of the honeydew so that you have a flat surface to work with. If the honeydew is not perfectly round, you may need to cut off a bit more from one end than the other.
Cut the honeydew in half
Cut the honeydew in half with a sharp knife. Scoop out the seeds with a spoon and discard them. Cut the honeydew into slices, cubes, or wedges, depending on your preference.
Scoop out the seeds with a spoon
Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds from the honeydew. You can do this over a bowl or sink to catch the seeds as you go. If you’re having trouble getting all of the seeds out, you can try using a melon baller or small ice cream scoop.
Cut the honeydew into slices
First, cut off the stem and blossom ends of the melon. Cut the melon in half crosswise, then slice each half lengthwise in half. You should now have 4 long wedges of melon.
Next, cut each wedge crosswise into slices about 1/2-inch thick. If the melon is very ripe, the slices may fall apart as you cut them; if this happens, just cut them into smaller pieces.
