Horned melon (Kiwano)
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 5.3 MG | 6% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Niacin | 0.6 MG | 4% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.2 MG | 4% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 4% | |
| Folate, total | 3 UG | 1% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 7 UG | 1% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 13 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.1 MG | 6% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 40 MG | 10% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 37 MG | 3% | |
| Potassium, K | 123 MG | 3% | |
| Sodium, Na | 2 MG | 0% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.5 MG | 4% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 2% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in calories (44 kcal per 100g), suitable for weight management.
- Very low in fat (1.3g per 100g).
About Horned melon (Kiwano)
Kiwano, also sold as horned melon or African horned cucumber, is the bright orange spiky fruit you have probably seen in stores without knowing what to do with it. The jelly-like green interior tastes mildly of cucumber and banana. For a fruit, it carries a surprising amount of protein and fat relative to its carbohydrate content. Fiber is absent in the USDA data. Scoop the seeds and gel directly, or blend them into drinks. The flavor is subtle and the main appeal is visual.
Dietary Information
Horned melon (Kiwano) is considered low-fat, very low in calories, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Calorie Breakdown
At 44 calories per 100 grams, Horned melon (Kiwano) gets 16% of its calories from protein, 69% from carbohydrates, and 26% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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