To see if a watermelon is ripe, tap the outside — ideally, it'll make a hollow sound. Leave the rind on for utensil-free snacking, or cut it off if for smoothies and fruit salads. To prevent the ...

Learn how to cut a whole watermelon into cubes, spears, and slices for snacking and to use in all of your favorite recipes.

A man holds a knife to cut a watermelon on a cutting board - D3sign/Getty Images "Everyone has their watermelon preferences, but one cutting strategy I advise against is the cookie-cutter method," he ...