Old-Fashioned Pickled Watermelon Rinds

Name: Old-Fashioned Pickled Watermelon Rinds
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 8 h
Yield: 6 c.
Ingredients: 1 1/2 c. apple cider vinegar; 1 1/3 c. sugar; 2 tbsp. kosher salt; 3 tbsp. whole black peppercorns; 1 tbsp. whole allspice; 2 whole star anise; 1 1/2 lb. peeled watermelon rinds, sliced into 1-inch pieces (about 6 cups)

This classic summer treat is a smart way to use up leftover watermelon!

By Christopher MichelPublished: Jul 11, 2022

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pickled watermelon rinds in an jar, shot from above

Becky Luigart-Stayner

Yields:

6 c.

Prep Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

8 hrs

A well-balance blend of sweet and tart, with just a hint of spice and plenty of crunch, this old-fashioned home pickle is easier to make than you might think, and a smart way to use part of the watermelon that you'd otherwise toss. Pair them with other pickled veggies on a snack board, or serve them to guests as a surprisingly delicious appetizer.

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups apple cider vinegar
1 1/3 cups sugar
2 Tbsp. kosher salt
3 Tbsp. whole black peppercorns
1 Tbsp. whole allspice
2 whole star anise
1 1/2 lb. peeled watermelon rinds, sliced into 1-inch pieces (about 6 cups)

Directions

1. Step 1Combine vinegar, sugar, salt, peppercorns, allspice, star anise, and 1 cup water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. Add watermelon rinds and return to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes. Remove from heat and carefully transfer liquid and rinds to 3 wide-mouthed pint-size mason jars; cool completely. Cover and refrigerate at least 8 hours. Pickles will keep refrigerated up to 4 weeks.

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