How do I make watermelon rind pickle spears?

Turn watermelon rinds into tangy spears with our easy Watermelon Rind Pickle recipe! The perfect crunchy and refreshing summer treat.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make Watermelon Rind Pickle spears. Items include: Watermelon Rinds Water Vinegar Sugar Salt Pickling spices Onions or garlic cloves

Watermelon Rinds 2 cups of watermelon rind spears
Water 1 cup
Vinegar 1 cup
Sugar 1/2 cup
Salt 1 tablespoon
Pickling spices 1 tablespoon (optional)
Onions or garlic cloves thinly sliced (optional)

Take note
Be careful when handling a knife and hot liquids.

1

Prepare the Watermelon Rinds

Using a sharp knife, carefully trim away the green skin from the watermelon rinds. Cut the rinds into desired spear shapes. You can trim off any remaining pink flesh, but leave a thin layer for added flavor.

2

Brine the Rinds

In a large pot, combine water, vinegar, sugar, salt, and your favorite pickling spices. Bring the brine to a boil, stirring occasionally until the sugar and salt are completely dissolved. Remove the pot from heat and let it cool slightly.

3

Add the Rinds to the Brine

Carefully place the watermelon rind spears into sterilized jars, leaving a bit of headspace. Pour the brine over the rinds, ensuring they are fully submerged. You can add some thinly sliced onions or garlic cloves for extra flavor if desired.

4

Seal and Refrigerate

Seal the jars tightly and refrigerate them for at least 24 hours to allow the flavors to meld together. The longer you let them pickle, the more flavorful they'll become. You can start enjoying them after 24 hours, but they'll be even better after a few days!