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Martha Stewart’s Genius Tip for Serving the Crispest Watermelon
Published on Jul. 28, 2025
Martha Stewart is the golden standard of all things home arts. Cooking, cleaning, decorum, entertaining—you name it, she’s got tips and tricks. Between perfecting our mac and cheese, fluffing up our pancakes with carbonated water and even guiding us to the best holiday butter, I’d trust anything she says. Honestly, it’s like she’s the favorite aunt at a family get-together. I just want to know everything she knows!
And no matter the season, you know she’s always got worthwhile knowledge up her sleeve. We’ve had a blazing summer, and staying hydrated has been at the top of my mind. Of course, a big, honkin’ watermelon that could feed an entire family is one way to do it. Once you’ve sliced your melon into wedges, Martha’s serving tip will keep your watermelon crisp and zingy.
What is Martha Stewart’s watermelon tip?
It’s a simple, three-ingredient mix that will make your watermelon taste like it was meant to be dessert. All you need is honey, lime and grated ginger (the secret ingredient). You very likely already have these in your kitchen, which makes it all the better.
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Martha recommends finding a watermelon that sounds hollow when you rap your fingers on the rind. Make sure it’s cold before you slice—it’s all about the snap! Cut off the ends and slice the watermelon into equal quarters. Now cut 1-inch slices, and place them on a serving plate. When you’re satisfied with your fruity arrangement, grab your ingredients. In a bowl, combine 1 teaspoon of finely grated ginger, the juice of one lime and a touch of honey. Mix it together and drizzle it onto your watermelon slices for a crispy, refreshing summer upgrade. If you’re a fan of spice like me, you can also try sprinkling Tajin across the top. Thank you, Martha!
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