Melons, cantaloupe, raw
* 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 | 36.7 MG | 41% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 3% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Niacin | 0.7 MG | 5% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.1 MG | 2% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 4% | |
| Folate, total | 21 UG | 5% | |
| Choline, total | 7.6 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 169 UG | 19% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.1 MG | 0% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 2.5 UG | 2% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 9 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.2 MG | 1% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 12 MG | 3% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 15 MG | 1% | |
| Potassium, K | 267 MG | 6% | |
| Sodium, Na | 16 MG | 1% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.2 MG | 2% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.0 MG | 5% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.4 UG | 1% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in calories (34 kcal per 100g), suitable for weight management.
- Very low in fat (0.2g per 100g).
- Good source of Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (41% DV).
About Melons, cantaloupe, raw
Cantaloupe is one of the lightest, most water-rich melons available, with a low carbohydrate load even by fruit standards. The flesh is sweet and perfumed when ripe, and the nutritional profile is genuinely lean, with almost no fat or protein. It's a good source of beta-carotene, which gives the flesh its orange color. Works well in fruit salads, prosciutto wraps, or eaten cold on its own.
Dietary Information
Melons, cantaloupe, raw is considered low-fat, very low in calories, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Melons, cantaloupe, raw include Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (41% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 34 calories per 100 grams, Melons, cantaloupe, raw gets 10% of its calories from protein, 96% from carbohydrates, and 5% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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