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Plant-based seed beverage
In season: Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Melon seed milk (240 g) has 146 calories. That works out to 61 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.8 g of carbs, 5 g of protein, 12.2 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 29% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
146
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
5.8g
· 2% DV
Protein
5g
· 10% DV
Fat
12.2g
· 16% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 15% · Protein 13% · Fat 72%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 146 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.2 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 1.73 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 7.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5.8 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 5 g | 10% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 146 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 9 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (medium) | 60 g | 37 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 61 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 153 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 330 g | 201 kcal |
| 1 bottle (extra large) | 500 g | 305 kcal |
Calculated from 61 calories per 100 g.
To make melon seed milk, blend cleaned melon seeds with water until the mixture looks smooth, then strain it if you prefer a lighter texture. You can blend in a little of the soft melon pulp clinging to the seeds for extra flavor.
Melon seed milk tastes mild and slightly nutty, sometimes with a faint melon aroma from the pulp around the seeds. Its flavor is less sweet than melon flesh, so cinnamon, vanilla, or a date can add sweetness if desired.
Keep homemade melon seed milk in a clean, covered container in the refrigerator and use it within two to three days. Shake it before serving, and discard it if its smell, taste, or appearance changes.
No, straining melon seed milk is optional. Leaving it unstrained gives it a thicker, pulpier texture, while passing it through a fine sieve or clean cloth makes the drink smoother.
Yes, melon seed milk works in smoothies, cereal, and oatmeal. Its gentle flavor pairs well with fruit, and it can be used in place of other plant drinks in cold breakfast recipes.
No, soaking the seeds is not essential for melon seed milk. A short soak can soften them and make blending easier; drain and rinse the seeds before blending if you soak them.
Yes, melon seed milk can be warmed gently, but boiling may change its texture. Stir it as it heats, since the drink can separate, and use it promptly in a warm recipe.
Yes, you can add melon seed milk to coffee, although it may separate or leave a little sediment in a hot drink. Try a small amount first and stir well before drinking.
Yes, seeds from cantaloupe and honeydew can both be used to make melon seed milk. Remove most of the flesh, rinse the seeds, and avoid any that are moldy or smell unpleasant.
The pulp left after straining melon seed milk can be stirred into oatmeal or blended into a smoothie if it is fresh and smells normal. It is coarser than the drink, so add it gradually to adjust the texture.
Vitamins
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
B3
0.53mg · 3% DV
Vitamin E
0.43mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.26mg · 29% DV
Phosphorus
139mg · 20% DV
Manganese
0.38mg · 17% DV
Magnesium
67mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
221mg · 7% DV
Sodium
7.2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 146 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Melon seed milk is made by soaking melon seeds, blending them with water and straining the mixture. It is a plant-based drink rather than a widely established everyday staple, and homemade versions are a practical way to use the seeds left when preparing melon. Its flavour is mild and gently nutty; the texture can be light or creamy depending on how much water is used and how finely it is strained.
Serve it chilled, pour it over cereal or oats, or blend it into smoothies. It can also be used in desserts where a subtle seed flavour works well. The drink gets much of its energy from fat and provides some protein, with 2.1 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter drink, dilute it with more water and leave out added sweeteners so the melon-seed flavour stays clear.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.73g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.52g
POLYUNSATURATED
5.47g
Omega 6:3 ratio 75.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (75.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.