raw · edible portion53% yield

Cantaloupe (Muskmelon)

Cantaloupe / Muskmelon / Kharbooja

Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis

An aromatic orange-fleshed melon exceptionally rich in provitamin A beta-carotene, vitamin C, and electrolytes.

veganvegetariangluten freedairy free
ENERGY34kcal / 100g
PROTEIN0.84grams
FIBER0.90grams
CARBS8.2grams
FAT0.19grams
SERVING SIZE BASIS100 g edible portion
Clean cantaloupe melon cut in half revealing orange seed cavity and fragrant flesh
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STANDOUT MICRONUTRIENTS

Notable Nutrients in Cantaloupe (Muskmelon)

Key vitamins and minerals meeting high percentages of daily recommended intake

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Guava

228 mg/ 100g
68 kcal
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Guava provides approximately 522% more vitamin c per 100 g (228 mg vs 36.7 mg in Cantaloupe (Muskmelon)).

COMPOSITION

Full Nutrition Breakdown

Laboratory assayed values from published composition records

/ 100g
Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Breakdown

Per 100g Edible Portion

/ 100g

Macronutrients

MacronutrientsAmount% Daily Value*
Calories (Energy)34kcal
2%
Protein0.84g
2%
Carbohydrates8.2g
3%
Dietary Fiber0.90g
3%
Total Fat0.19g
0%
Saturated Fat0.05g
0%
Total Sugars7.9g
16%
Sodium16.0mg
1%

Vitamins

VitaminsAmount% Daily Value*
Vitamin CAscorbic Acid
36.7mg
41%
Vitamin A (RAE)Retinol & Carotenoids
169µg
19%
Vitamin DCholecalciferol / Ergocalciferol
--
Vitamin EAlpha-tocopherol
0.05mg
0%
Vitamin KPhylloquinone & Menaquinones
2.5µg
2%
Folate (DFE)Vitamin B9
21µg
5%
0.04mg
3%
0.02mg
1%
0.73mg
5%
0.11mg
2%
Vitamin B6Pyridoxal 5-phosphate
0.07mg
4%
Vitamin B12Cobalamin
0µg
0%

Minerals

MineralsAmount% Daily Value*
Potassium267mg
6%
Calcium9.0mg
1%
Iron0.21mg
1%
Magnesium12.0mg
3%
Phosphorus15.0mg
1%
Zinc0.18mg
2%

COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions about Cantaloupe (Muskmelon)

Expert-verified answers to common nutritional and dietary questions

How many calories and carbs are in Cantaloupe (Muskmelon)?

A 100-gram serving of Cantaloupe (Muskmelon) contains 34 calories, 8.2g of total carbohydrates, and 0.90g of dietary fiber (yielding approx. 7.3g net carbs). By portion: 100 g contains approximately 34 calories; 1 cup diced (160 g) contains approximately 54 calories; 1 medium wedge (69 g) contains approximately 23 calories.

What are the standout vitamins and health benefits of Cantaloupe (Muskmelon)?

Cantaloupe (Muskmelon) is particularly high in Vitamin C (41% Daily Value), Vitamin A (RAE) (19% Daily Value), Total Sugars (16% Daily Value), Potassium (6% Daily Value). An aromatic orange-fleshed melon exceptionally rich in provitamin A beta-carotene, vitamin C, and electrolytes.

What are good healthy substitutes for Cantaloupe (Muskmelon)?

Popular and nutritionally verified alternatives to Cantaloupe (Muskmelon) include Guava, Orange, Amla (Indian Gooseberry). You can explore customized swaps ranked by protein, fiber, or vitamins using our smart replacement tool.

Is Cantaloupe (Muskmelon) suitable for low-carb, keto, or vegan diets?

Cantaloupe (Muskmelon) is naturally vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, dairy free. With 34 calories and 0.90g of fiber per 100g, it fits well into healthy balanced, plant-based, and calorie-conscious meal plans.

Verified Data Source

USDA FoodData Central

Verified Record
DatasetFoundation Foods / SR Legacy
Record Identifier#169092
Preparation Stateraw
Standard Basis100g edible portion

Values reflect assayed composite laboratory samples from published public food tables. Naturally occurring nutrients vary by harvest variety and culinary preparation.

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