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A kiwi is cut with a knife on the counter before removing from the skin.
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How to Cut a Kiwi

Once you’ve learned How to Cut a Kiwi, you can enjoy this healthy fruit whenever you like. Peeling the skin with a knife or spoon is incredibly easy, and can be done in no time at all.

Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings 1 serving
Calories 56 kcal
London Brazil

Ingredients

  • 1 kiwi

Instructions

Spoon Method #1:

  1. Using a sharp paring or chef’s knife, cut and remove both ends of the kiwi.

  2. Place a spoon with a relatively sharp edge where the flesh of the kiwi meets the skin.

  3. Gently work your way into the fruit while also beginning to rotate the kiwi. Keep the spoon in close contact with the skin of the kiwi as you go around the fruit. You should end up with a cylinder of kiwi fruit and a round circle of peel that can be discarded.

  4. Slice the kiwi into rounds, wedges, strips, or cubes. Enjoy!

Spoon Method #2:

  1. Cut the kiwi in half widthwise.  Do not cut through the stem end, you want to cut into the belly of the fruit.

  2. Place a spoon with a relatively sharp edge into the kiwi where the flesh meets the skin. 

  3. Gently work your way into the fruit while also beginning to rotate the kiwi. Keep the spoon in close contact with the skin of the kiwi as you go around the fruit.

  4. Scoop out the kiwi once you get to the base of the fruit.

  5. Slice the kiwi into rounds, wedges, strips, or cubes. Enjoy!

Knife Method:

  1. Using a sharp paring or chef’s knife, cut and remove both ends of the kiwi.

  2. Place the kiwi flat side down on a cutting board.

  3. Starting from the top, place the knife into a piece of the kiwi flesh right next to the skin.

  4. Trim a piece of skin from the kiwi by cutting in a downward motion along the curvature of the fruit, making sure to keep your knife completely in the flesh.

  5. Rotate the kiwi and then repeat this around the entire kiwi until all of the skin is removed.

  6. Slice the kiwi into rounds, wedges, strips, or cubes. Enjoy!

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

Prep and Storage

  • To Store: Peeled and/or cut kiwis may be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days.

  • To Freeze: Leftovers may be frozen in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 4-6 months.

  • To Reheat: To thaw, simply transfer from the freezer to the fridge overnight. Drain away any excess liquid once thawed.

Nutrition Facts
How to Cut a Kiwi
Amount Per Serving
Calories 56 Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat 1g2%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 3mg0%
Potassium 284mg8%
Carbohydrates 13g4%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 8g9%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin A 79IU2%
Vitamin C 84mg102%
Calcium 31mg3%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.