Mommy's Watermelon Rind Pickles

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
22%
Mommy's Watermelon Rind Pickles
45 min.
3
1050kcal

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Welcome to the world of inventive home preserving with Mommy's Watermelon Rind Pickles! If you're looking for a unique and delicious way to utilize every part of the watermelon, then this recipe is perfect for you. Not only does it celebrate sustainability by transforming leftover rinds into a delightful side dish, but it also brings a burst of sweet and tangy flavor that will elevate any meal.

Imagine biting into sweetly spiced, translucent watermelon rind pickles, perfectly balanced by the zesty notes of lemon and the warm depth of cinnamon and allspice. This vibrant dish is not only vegan and gluten-free, but it's also a nostalgic treasure that harkens back to old-fashioned canning traditions. And with a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can enjoy this refreshing treat without spending hours in the kitchen!

Whether you're looking to impress at your next barbecue, serve a unique addition to your family dinner, or simply explore the art of pickling, Mommy's Watermelon Rind Pickles are sure to delight your taste buds and spark interesting conversations. Get ready to rediscover the joy of cucumbers with a twist—let's dive into this delicious recipe and make something extraordinary from those bright green rinds!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons cracked allspice 
  • 0.5 cup balsamic vinegar 
  • 1.8 cups cider vinegar 
  • sticks cinnamon (3-inch)
  •  optional: lemon thinly sliced
  • 0.5 cup salt 
  • cups sugar 
  • 2.5 quarts water divided
  • large watermelon quartered

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Cut pulp from watermelon rind, leaving a small amount of red pulp on rind. Reserve pulp for another use.
  2. Cut rind into 1-inch cubes, and place in a large bowl.
  3. Stir together salt and 2 quarts water.
  4. Pour over rind. Cover and chill 8 hours.
  5. Drain; rinse well.
  6. Combine rind with water to cover in a Dutch oven. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes or until tender.
  7. Drain.
  8. Combine remaining 2 cups water, vinegars, and next 5 ingredients in Dutch oven or very large saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered, 20 to 25 minutes or until mixture becomes a thin syrup.
  9. Add rind, and simmer 5 to 6 minutes or until rind becomes translucent.
  10. Pack hot rind mixture into hot jars, distributing lemon and spices evenly and filling to 1/2 inch from top.
  11. Remove air bubbles; wipe jar rims. Cover at once with metal lids, and screw on bands. Process in boiling water bath 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1050kcal
Protein3.58%
Fat2.38%
Carbs94.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
93.42
Glycemic Load
178.03
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
30.271304317143%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
7.69mg
Hesperetin
10.04mg
Naringenin
0.2mg
Luteolin
7.58mg
Kaempferol
6.76mg
Myricetin
0.18mg
Quercetin
0.41mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1049.72kcal
52.49%
Fat:2.93g
4.51%
Saturated Fat:0.3g
1.85%
Carbohydrates:260.78g
86.93%
Net Carbohydrates:252.25g
91.73%
Sugar:233.93g
259.92%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:18936.72mg
823.34%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.93g
19.86%
Vitamin A:8557IU
171.14%
Vitamin C:141.19mg
171.14%
Manganese:1.48mg
74.22%
Potassium:1909.59mg
54.56%
Magnesium:176.52mg
44.13%
Copper:0.83mg
41.55%
Vitamin B6:0.71mg
35.51%
Fiber:8.53g
34.14%
Vitamin B1:0.51mg
34.08%
Vitamin B5:3.39mg
33.92%
Iron:4.92mg
27.31%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.55%
Calcium:204.46mg
20.45%
Phosphorus:192.99mg
19.3%
Vitamin B3:2.78mg
13.88%
Folate:49.58µg
12.4%
Zinc:1.81mg
12.06%
Selenium:7.24µg
10.34%
Vitamin E:0.86mg
5.72%
Vitamin K:2.23µg
2.12%
Source:My Recipes