Melons, honeydew, 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 | 18 MG | 20% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 3% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Niacin | 0.4 MG | 3% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.2 MG | 3% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 5% | |
| Folate, total | 19 UG | 5% | |
| Choline, total | 7.6 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 3 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.0 MG | 0% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 2.9 UG | 2% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 6 MG | 0% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.2 MG | 1% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 10 MG | 2% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 11 MG | 1% | |
| Potassium, K | 228 MG | 5% | |
| Sodium, Na | 18 MG | 1% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.0 MG | 3% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.7 UG | 1% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in calories (36 kcal per 100g), suitable for weight management.
- Very low in fat (0.1g per 100g).
- Good source of Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (20% DV).
About Melons, honeydew, raw
Honeydew melon is the mildest and sweetest of the common melons, with pale green, smooth flesh and a delicate floral fragrance when ripe. Carbohydrates are modest and fiber is light. Fat and protein are negligible. A ripe honeydew should yield slightly at the blossom end and smell faintly perfumed; an underripe one has almost no flavor worth mentioning. Serve chilled in wedges, pair with prosciutto for the classic Italian presentation, or cube into fruit salads where its gentle sweetness complements stronger flavors like watermelon and berries without competing.
Dietary Information
Melons, honeydew, raw is considered low-fat, very low in calories, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Melons, honeydew, raw include Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (20% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 36 calories per 100 grams, Melons, honeydew, raw gets 6% of its calories from protein, 101% from carbohydrates, and 4% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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