Watermelon rinds don't have to go to waste. You can transform them into a tasty treat in just a few simple steps. All it takes is 20 minutes.

Meanwhile, fill a large pot on the stove with water, stirring in sugar until it dissolves. Bring the mixture to a boil, then set the heat to low, simmering the prepared watermelon rind pieces in ...

Dion Skaria talks with guest about his candy made from watermelon rinds during the BEAM Circular Accelerator showcase at The River Mill near French Camp, Thursday, May 22, 2025.

I'm gonna take about a quarter cup of the watermelon rind pickle brine. And if any of the little hard spices go in there, do take those out 'cause they provide flavor but they're too crunchy to chew.

Making sure that your watermelon rind is intact, with no cracks, is a small step that leads to big rewards in taste and quality. Frank Rothe / Getty Images When it comes to selecting the perfect ...

Dion Skaria talks with guest about his candy made from watermelon rinds during the BEAM Circular Accelerator showcase at The River Mill near French Camp, Thursday, May 22, 2025.

Once the rind and watermelon are prepared and put into their own containers, you can pour the warm brine on top (it should be briefly simmered so the flavors can mingle before you add it to the ...

The pale greenish-white part between the red flesh and hard skin is often seen as waste. But that is the watermelon rind, and it is totally edible! With a crunchy texture and neutral flavour, this ...