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Forked watermelon pickles.

Easy Watermelon Rind Pickles Recipe

Sarita Harbour
Experience a unique treat with our Crisp Watermelon Rind Pickles Recipe. A sweet, tangy delight that turns waste into a tasty treat
5 from 45 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Additional Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Snacks
Cuisine American
Servings 1 serving
Calories 29 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Three watermelon rinds equivalent to 1 cup
  • 1 1/2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp. sugar
  • 1 1/2 tbsp. water
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 clove of garlic
  • 2-3 clove buds
  • 1 tsp. coriander
  • 5-6 peas of pepper or black peppercorns

Instructions
 

  • Remove the most hard outer green skinof the watermelon rind. It is convenient to do this with a sharp knife.
  • Dice the flesh into 1/3-inch cubes.
  • Place the watermelon rind cubes in a microwavable bowl. Add all remaining ingredients. Cook on full power in the microwave for 4-5 minutes. Cool pickles and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  • Transfer the watermelon pickles to a serving plate, add chopped parsley and a little olive oil and serve.

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Notes

See the blog for substitutions, additions, and serving suggestions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 29kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 959mgPotassium: 79mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 6IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 39mgIron: 1mg
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