Kiwano Melon

Kiwano Melon

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Kiwano melon, also known as the horned melon, is a fruit native to Africa characterized by its vibrant orange rind covered in small, horn-like spines. The inner flesh is a striking green color with a jelly-like texture and edible seeds. Its flavor is often described as a refreshing blend of cucumber, banana, and lime, making it a unique addition to salads, smoothies, or eaten fresh as a snack.

Macro Impact

A 1 cup serving contains 66 calories, 3g protein, 11g carbs, and 2g fat.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size1 cup (150 g)
Amount per serving
Calories66
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2g
2%
Saturated Fat0.3g
2%
Trans Fat0g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.8g
Monounsaturated Fat0.8g
Cholesterol0mg
0%
Sodium3mg
0%
Total Carbohydrate11g
4%
Dietary Fiber2g
6%
Total Sugars10g
Includes Added Sugars0g
0%
Protein3g
Vitamin D0mcg
0%
Calcium20mg
2%
Iron2mg
9%
Potassium185mg
4%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet.

Nutrient Breakdown

Nutrient breakdown based on appropriate daily intake recommendations for a 175lb adult.

Carbs
Total Carbs
11 / 275 g
4%
Fiber
2 / 28 g
6%
Sugars
10 g
Added Sugars
0 / 50 g
0%
Soluble Fiber
1 g
Insoluble Fiber
1 g
Sugar Alcohols
0 g
Xylitol
0 g
Sorbitol
0 g
Other Carbohydrates
0 g
Fat
Total Fat
2 / 78 g
2%
Monounsaturated
1 / 31 g
2%
Polyunsaturated
1 / 23 g
4%
Saturated
0 / 23 g
1%
Trans
0 g
Cholesterol
0 / 300 g
0%
Omega 3
0 / 5 g
2%
Omega 6
1 / 19 g
4%
Omega 9
1 g
Protein
Protein
3 / 80 g
3%
Amino Acids
Histidine
0 / 3 g
3%
Isoleucine
0 / 2 g
8%
Leucine
0 / 3 g
7%
Lysine
0 / 2 g
7%
Methionine
0 / 1 g
5%
Phenylalanine
0 / 2 g
7%
Threonine
0 / 1 g
9%
Tryptophan
0 / 0 g
19%
Valine
0 / 2 g
7%
Arginine
0 g
Cysteine
0 g
Cystine
0 g
Tyrosine
0 g
Alanine
0 g
Aspartic Acid
0 g
Glutamic Acid
0 g
Glycine
0 g
Proline
0 g
Serine
0 g
Vitamins
Thiamine, B1
0 / 1 mg
3%
Riboflavin, B2
0 / 1 mg
2%
Niacin, B3
1 / 15 mg
6%
Pantothenic Acid, B5
0 / 5 mg
5%
Pyridoxine, B6
0 / 1 mg
7%
Biotin, B7
3 / 30 mcg
10%
Cobalamin, B12
0 / 2 mcg
0%
Folate
5 / 400 mcg
1%
Vitamin A
11 / 800 mcg
1%
Vitamin C
8 / 83 mg
10%
Vitamin D
0 / 15 mcg
0%
Vitamin E
1 / 15 mg
5%
Vitamin K
1 / 105 mcg
1%
Minerals
Calcium
20 / 1k mg
2%
Copper
0 / 1 mg
3%
Iron
2 / 13 mg
13%
Magnesium
60 / 370 mg
16%
Manganese
0 / 2 mg
3%
Phosphorous
56 / 700 mg
8%
Potassium
185 / 3k mg
6%
Selenium
1 / 55 mcg
1%
Sodium
3 / 2.3k mg
0%
Zinc
1 / 10 mg
8%
Chromium
0 / 30 mcg
0%
Molybdenum
2 / 45 mcg
3%
Iodine
2 / 150 mcg
1%
Chlorine
0 / 2.3k mg
0%
Other
Ethyl Alcohol
0 g
Water
134 g
Caffeine
0 mg
Choline
11 mg
Taurine
0 mg

References

Data on this page was sourced from a number of official governmental and non-governmental sources, including:

  1. 1.Horned melon (Kiwano). USDA Standard Reference, Legacy. Food ID 167791.
  2. 2.Melon, horned. Canadian Nutrient File. Food ID 502223.

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