Watermelon Pickles Recipe

Name: Watermelon Pickles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. watermelon rind; salt water; 1 qt. water; 2 c. sugar; 1 c. white vinegar; 1 c. water; 1 Tbsp. broken stick cinnamon; 1 1/2 tsp. whole cloves; 1/2 lemon, thinly sliced; 5 halved maraschino cherries (if desired)

Servings: persons

2 lb. watermelon rind
salt water
1 qt. water
2 c. sugar
1 c. white vinegar
1 c. water
1 Tbsp. broken stick cinnamon
1 1/2 tsp. whole cloves
1/2 lemon, thinly sliced
5 halved maraschino cherries (if desired)

1
Trim dark green and pink parts from watermelon rind.
2
Cut in 1-inch cubes.
3
Soak overnight in salt water (1/4 cup coarse medium salt to 1 quart water; it may take more to cover).
4
Drain, rinse and cover with cold water.
5
Cook until just tender.
6
Drain. Combine sugar, white vinegar and water.
7
Add cinnamon and whole cloves tied in a bag.
8
Simmer 10 minutes.
9
Remove spice bag.
10
Add watermelon rind and lemon.
11
Add cherries, if desired.
12
Simmer until rind is clear.
13
Seal boiling hot in hot, sterilized jars to 1/2-inch from top.

488

kcal

Calories

124

Carbs

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb. watermelon rind, salt water, 1 qt. water, 2 c. sugar, and more.

Yes, Watermelon Pickles falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Watermelon Pickles

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