Watermelons are starting to populate farmers markets. After eating the tasty fruit, don’t throw away the rind! Make Watermelon Rind Pickles! It’s a great way to reduce food waste and have a unique treat.
This Southern delicacy is a sweet, yet spicy, treat with the addition of sugar and spices such as cloves and cinnamon. They can be eaten alone or as a compliment to a meal.
When preparing the watermelon rind, be sure to clean the outside surface well, scrub with a vegetable brush and cut out blemishes, to remove any possible sources of contamination.
Here’s a recipe from the National Center for Home Food Preservation for Watermelon Rind Pickles
