How to Cut Strawberries - 5 Ways
Need strawberries for a recipe or just want a healthy snack? Learn how to cut strawberries 5 easy ways with this tutorial.
Servings: 2 servings
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pint Strawberries
Instructions
Whole Strawberries
- Remove the green stems by gently pinching and pulling them off with your fingers or by using a paring knife.
Halved Strawberries
- See step one for whole strawberries if you prefer to remove the stems. Otherwise, hold the strawberry steady on the cutting board and use a sharp knife to slice it in half vertically from top to bottom, leaving the green stem intact.
Quartered Strawberries
- Remove the green stems by gently pinching and pulling them off with your fingers or by using a paring knife.
- Hold the strawberry steady on the cutting board and use a sharp knife to slice it in half vertically from top to bottom. Then cut each half in half again to create quarters.
Sliced Strawberries
- Hold the strawberry steady on the cutting board and use a sharp knife to slice off the green stem, creating a flat surface.
- Place the strawberry on its flat side and thinly slice it horizontally from top to bottom.
Diced Strawberries
- Follow the instructions from sliced strawberries. Then turn the slices and cut them vertically.
- Make perpendicular cuts all across to create the dices.
Notes
Storage: Store cut strawberries in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For whole strawberries, line the bottom of the container with a piece of paper towel to absorb moisture.
Tips:
- Dry strawberries well. Drain them for a few minutes and transfer them to a kitchen towel to absorb excess moisture. Blot gently and let them air dry. You can also run the strawberries through a salad spinner to remove any water and then air dry.
- Stabilize for safety. Stabilize the cutting board on your counter by placing a damp kitchen towel or paper towel underneath. This will prevent it from slipping and twisting while you cut.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 76kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 362mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 28IU | Vitamin C: 139mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1mg
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