Treated as a vegetable, the watermelon rind in this 2017 honorable-mention-winning recipe. Soak up the delicious flavors of beef in a new twist on this regional favorite. Created by Greg…

Lentils, kidney beans and diced watermelon rind give this vegetarian Tex-Mex chili a satisfying meaty texture, while aromatics, jalapeño and tomatoes boost the flavor profile — a sure-fire crowd-pleaser! Watch…

This quiche created by Candy Barnhart in Makawao, Hawaii was awarded Honorable Mention in our 2017 Recipe Contest. The watermelon rind acts similar to that of an onion, taking on…

This spicy Salvadorean-style slaw uses watermelon rind for some extra crunch and flavor. Enjoy it over pupusas or as a side dish with any savory meal. Recipe created by Diana…

…muffins! Made with watermelon rind and fresh watermelon so you get double the fun.   Watermelon Rind Cake Looking to wow guests? This watermelon rind layer cake will do more…

…Roasted Watermelon Rind Parmesan by Helen Fields (Paradise, Texas) Honorable Mentions include: Carne Guisada (Rind) by Greg Fontenot (The Woodlands, Texas) Julienned Watermelon Rind Quiche (Rind) by Candy Barnhart (Makawao,…

…to try first! Not sure where to start? Use this handy video for basic cuts of the watermelon rind. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Pel139tZUAQ Eat the Rind, Waste Less Food! Delicious Flavor Pickled rind…

…of watermelon and save for garnish and other recipes. Cut rind into 2″ chunks of long strips. Slice 12 ounces of watermelon rind paper thin (we used a mandolin). Mix…

…watermelon rind, remove the green peel and all the red flesh and cut into 3-inch by ¼-inch pieces. Mix salt with water and soak rind overnight at room temp. Drain,…

…off of the rind (it may be easier to use a peeler for the skin). Grate the chunks of white rind on a coarse box grater. Place the grated rind…