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How to Use Leftover Watermelon

When the mercury rises, there’s nothing quite like a sweet and ripe watermelon to quench your thirst. Whether cut into wedges, cubed or thinly sliced, it brings a freshness to any dish it’s added to. Learn how you can cook with this iconic summer fruit, from its flesh to its green rind!

1. In a salad

Hosting a large group at home? Watermelon is perfect for any and all gatherings. Excess melon can be used in a salad, pairing well with feta cheese and arugula.

2. As a burger topping

In a burger, a thin slice or two of watermelon can add both freshness and texture. Its delicate taste complements a veal burger with pesto and herb sour cream very well.

3. Pickle it

Many have the habit of often discarding the white part of the watermelon, but pickling it in apple cider vinegar, sugar and spices makes for a great accompaniment for grilled meats. A recipe worth discovering!

4. Make a cocktail

View life through rose-coloured glasses with this tequila and lime cocktail, perfect to sip on the patio. Colourful and fruity from the watermelon, this iconic Mexican drink is refreshing, and a great way to use up any watermelon that’s starting to go soft.

Whether in juice, a granita, sorbet or slushie, watermelon is the ultimate warm weather ally. Given that it’s a delicate fruit, it’s important to properly store it to avoid food waste.

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