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Reduced-fat frozen dessert
In season: Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Reduced-fat melon ice cream (130 g) has 196 calories. That works out to 151 calories per 100 g. It contains 36.7 g of carbs, 4.4 g of protein, 3.6 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 0.4 µg of B12 covers 17% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 130 g
196
KCAL / 130G
Carbs
36.7g
· 13% DV
Protein
4.4g
· 9% DV
Fat
3.6g
· 5% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 75% · Protein 9% · Fat 16%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 196 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.6 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.21 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 81 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 36.7 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% |
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) | 130 g | 196 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 45 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 60 g | 91 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 75 g | 113 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 151 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 151 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 160 g | 242 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 200 g | 302 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 500 g | 755 kcal |
Calculated from 151 calories per 100 g.
Reduced-fat melon ice cream is made by mixing melon purée or pieces into a dairy-based ice-cream mixture and freezing it. For a smoother homemade texture, churn the mixture or stir it several times as it freezes.
Reduced-fat melon ice cream may contain real melon, but recipes and commercial products vary. Some use melon purée or concentrate, while others rely on melon flavouring; the ingredient list is the way to tell what a particular product contains.
Reduced-fat melon ice cream can turn icy when water in the mixture freezes into large crystals, especially if it is not churned or stirred enough. Melon is naturally juicy, so excess liquid and repeated temperature changes can also affect its texture.
Yes, you can make reduced-fat melon ice cream without an ice-cream maker. Freeze the mixture in a covered, shallow container and stir it thoroughly every so often; this breaks up ice crystals and helps create a more even texture.
Store reduced-fat melon ice cream in a tightly covered, freezer-safe container in the main part of the freezer, where the temperature is steadier than in the door. Return it to the freezer promptly after serving to limit softening and refreezing.
No, do not refreeze reduced-fat melon ice cream that has been left to melt at room temperature for an extended time. Refreezing can allow food-safety risks and makes the texture worse; serve it promptly if it has only softened briefly while still cold.
Reduced-fat melon ice cream contains dairy, while melon sorbet is generally made without dairy from fruit, water, and sweetener. Ice cream is creamier; sorbet tends to taste more directly of fruit and has a more icy texture.
A ripe, sweet, aromatic melon works best for reduced-fat melon ice cream because its flavour comes through after freezing. If the melon is very watery, drain excess liquid from the purée so the mixture does not become too loose or icy.
Fresh melon, mint, or a small sprinkle of toasted almonds pairs well with reduced-fat melon ice cream. These additions complement its fruit flavour without overwhelming it; serve it in a bowl or cone, or alongside a simple biscuit.
Reduced-fat melon ice cream can contain less fat than regular ice cream, but reduced fat does not automatically mean less sugar or fewer calories. Compare the nutrition information for the specific products rather than assuming the reduced-fat option is better in every respect.
Vitamins
B12
0.42µg · 18% DV
B2
0.21mg · 16% DV
B5
0.45mg · 9% DV
Biotin
1.95µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
118mg · 17% DV
Calcium
151mg · 15% DV
Iodine
21µg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
235mg · 7% DV
Sodium
81mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Reduced-fat melon ice cream is a creamy frozen dessert made with a milk-based mixture and melon flavour, sometimes from melon purée. It brings melon’s fragrant, summery taste together with a smooth texture; sweetness and intensity vary by recipe.
In its places of origin and across the English-speaking world, it is commonly served in a cone or bowl as a warm-weather treat, or after a meal. Its lower fat content does not make it a low-sugar food: it provides 28.2 g of carbohydrate per 100 g and very little fibre. For a lighter serving, choose a modest scoop and skip extra syrup or rich toppings; fresh melon alongside can add a refreshing contrast.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
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 3
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.21g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.98g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.16g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.