How Many Calories Are In Cantaloupe?

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 cup (cubes)
Calories 53	(223kJ)
Amount Per Serving	% Daily
Total Fat 0.3g	<1%
Saturated Fat <0.1g	<1%
Trans Fat 0g	0%
Cholesterol 0g	0%
Sodium 25mg	1%
Total Carbohydrate 13.7g	5%
Dietary Fiber 1.4g	6%
Sugars 12.3g
Protein 1.3g	0%
Calcium	0%
Potassium 416.5mg	0%

Next time you get a craving for melon, satisfy that craving with one of the most popular melons—cantaloupe. This refreshing melon is low in calories high in nutrients and rich in flavor.

Adding more fruit to your diet is an essential component of successful weight loss and cantaloupe is a fruit that gets very little press. You know about apple and banana nutrition facts; now let’s find out what cantaloupe nutrition facts can contribute to your diet!

Major Nutrients In Cantaloupe

The calories that are in a cantaloupe make it a great low calorie snack anytime of the day or night. With just 53 calories per cup, you can pack these with you for a midday snack or enjoy them as a post-dinner snack without ruining your weight loss efforts.

You will get plenty of nutrients in cantaloupe, especially vitamins C and A, with 1 cup giving you more than 100% of your recommended daily value of each. Cantaloupe is also rich in potassium and vitamin B6, which gives you energy and stabilizes your blood sugar.

If you’re concerned about your vision as you get older, eat more cantaloupe. Studies have shown that more fruit in your diet—3 servings or more each day—can lower your risk of macular degeneration which can lead loss of vision.

Selecting/Storing

When selecting cantaloupes remember that June through August are the best months for cantaloupe even though they are grown all year round. The thump test is one of the most common ways of selecting a ripe cantaloupe because all you have to do is tap the melon with your palm and listen for hollow sound. You should also select cantaloupes that are heavy for their size and without bruises or other blemishes.

Store whole cantaloupes at room temperature for soft and juicy cantaloupes. However once the cantaloupe has been cut it should be refrigerated. Cut cantaloupes should be wrapped prior to refrigeration to keep it fresh and tasty.

Eat It With

Cantaloupe is a diverse fruit that can be used in a wide variety of ways. Chop it up with peaches, kiwi and grapes for a palate pleasing and low calorie fruit salad or mix it with a banana and frozen yogurt for a healthy smoothie. Cantaloupe halves are often filled with cottage cheese and enjoyed as a snack.

You can also mix cantaloupe with other fruits and vegetables for a refreshing gazpacho during hot summer months.