EatBetterEatBetter
Foods ▾
Ready & Packaged FoodsVegetables & LegumesDesserts & ConfectioneryMeat & ProteinGrains & BakeryBeveragesMilk & DairyNatural & Other Foods

Ready & Packaged Foods

All →
Fast Food & RestaurantBurgers · Pizza · Doner & Wrap · Fried Sides · Restaurant Menu Items

Explore foods by category, subcategory or brand

CompareBrands
Tools ▾

Calorie Calculator

Work out your daily calorie needs

BMI Calculator

Body mass index from your height and weight

Food GuideCompareBlog
TR
Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play
A smooth, oval melon with a bright yellow rind sits beside a cut half showing pale cream flesh and a central cluster of glossy seeds.
★Natural

Yellow melon Calories

Juicy, sweet, low-calorie, source of vitamin C and potassium

In season: Summer

CALORIES · 100 G

34kcal

GI

65medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

230mg

FIBER · 100 G

0.9g

Quick answer

1 slice (medium) of Yellow melon (150 g) has 51 calories. That works out to 34 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.1 g of carbs, 1.2 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 30 mg of Vitamin C covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Yellow melon Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 150 g

51

KCAL / 150G

Carbs

12.1g

· 4% DV

Protein

1.2g

· 2% DV

Fat

0.3g

· 0% DV

Fiber

1.4g

· 5% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 87% · Protein 9% · Fat 4%

Yellow melon nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (150 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories51 kcal
Total fat0.3 g0%
Saturated fat0.06 g0%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium18 mg1%
Total carbohydrate12.1 g4%
Fiber1.4 g5%
Protein1.2 g2%

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.

EatBetter

Log this food in EatBetter

100,000+ people use it

  • Get your daily calorie target
  • Snap your meal, log it in seconds
  • See every vitamin and mineral
QR code to get the EatBetter app

📸 Scan the code to get the app free.

The EatBetter app recognising potatoes, broccoli and salmon on a plate

How Many Calories in 1 Slice of Yellow melon?

ServingAmountCalories
1 slice (medium)150 g51 kcal
1 slice (thin)80 g27 kcal
100 g100 g34 kcal
1 cup (chopped)160 g54 kcal
1 serving (medium)200 g68 kcal
1 slice (thick)250 g85 kcal
1 piece (small)300 g102 kcal
1 serving (large)300 g102 kcal
1 piece (large)500 g170 kcal
1 piece (whole)1000 g340 kcal

Calculated from 34 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Yellow melon

How can you tell when a yellow melon is ripe?

A ripe yellow melon usually has a sweet, noticeable aroma and gives slightly when you press the blossom end. Choose one without soft rotten spots, deep bruises, or a sour smell; a yellow rind alone does not guarantee ripeness.

Does a yellow melon taste like honeydew?

A yellow melon is generally sweet and juicy, but its exact flavor depends on the variety and ripeness. Some have a mild, honeydew-like taste, while others are more fragrant; the yellow rind does not identify one exact flavor.

Is a yellow melon the same as a honeydew melon?

Not necessarily. “Yellow melon” can describe several melon varieties with yellow skin, while honeydew is a particular type usually recognized by its pale green flesh. Names vary by region, so check the flesh and variety rather than relying on rind color alone.

How should you store a whole yellow melon?

Keep a whole yellow melon in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. If it is already ripe, refrigerating it helps preserve its freshness; let an unripe melon sit at room temperature until it develops a sweet aroma.

How do you cut a yellow melon safely?

Wash and scrub the outside of the yellow melon under running water before cutting. Slice it in half with a clean knife, scoop out the seeds, then cut the halves into wedges or cubes; washing helps keep surface dirt off the flesh.

Can you eat the seeds of a yellow melon?

Yes, yellow melon seeds are edible, although their pulp-covered texture is why many people remove them. You can rinse and dry the seeds for roasting, but discard any that smell unpleasant or look spoiled.

Can you eat the skin of a yellow melon?

Yellow melon rind is not usually eaten because it is tough and can taste bland. Wash the melon before cutting, then remove the rind and enjoy the flesh; the seeds can be scooped out separately.

Can you freeze yellow melon?

Yes, peel and deseed yellow melon, cut it into pieces, and freeze them in a sealed container. Thawed melon becomes softer and releases liquid, so frozen pieces work better in smoothies or blended drinks than as fresh slices.

How long does cut yellow melon last in the fridge?

Store cut yellow melon in a covered, airtight container in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Throw it away if it develops a sour smell, becomes unusually mushy, or shows signs of spoilage.

Can people with diabetes eat yellow melon?

Yes, people with diabetes can eat yellow melon, but its carbohydrates can raise blood glucose. Keep the serving consistent with your meal plan, and ask your healthcare professional for advice if you need help fitting fruit into your diabetes care.

Yellow melon Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin C

30mg · 33% DV

Vitamin A

75µg · 8% DV

B6

0.11mg · 6% DV

B5

0.22mg · 4% DV

Minerals

Potassium ⭐

345mg · 10% DV

Copper

0.05mg · 6% DV

Magnesium

15mg · 4% DV

Phosphorus

18mg · 3% DV

Sodium

18mg · 1% DV

Yellow melon Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

65
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

7.5
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Yellow melon

To burn the 51 calories in 1 slice (medium) (150 g):

🚶

13min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

5min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

7min

Cycling

🏊

6min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Yellow melon?

Yellow melon is a melon variety with a golden-yellow rind, pale flesh and a central pocket of seeds. It is grown in warm regions and is usually sold whole or in slices when ripe. The flesh is sweet, juicy and tender, making it an easy fruit to eat fresh.

Serve it chilled in wedges for breakfast, as a snack or after a meal; it also works well in fruit salads. In Turkey, melon is sometimes paired with white cheese, a combination that balances its sweetness. Yellow melon is light and provides vitamin C; a 100 g portion has 34 calories. Choose a ripe, fragrant melon and keep cut pieces refrigerated.

How Nutritious Is Yellow melon?

Nutrient density

High

60/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

42/ 100

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.

Is Yellow melon Processed?

NOVA 1

Unprocessed

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.

Does Yellow melon Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Yellow melon Good For?

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

Yellow melon Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.06g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.08g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.09g

Compare Yellow melon

🍈vs🍓
Yellow melon vs Strawberry2 kcal more per 100 g
→
🍈vs🥑
Yellow melon vs Avocado126 kcal fewer per 100 g
→
🍈vs🍑
Yellow melon vs Peach5 kcal fewer per 100 g
→
🍈vs🍇
Yellow melon vs Dried Raisins265 kcal fewer per 100 g
→

Foods Similar to Yellow melon

🍓

Strawberry

32 kcal

🥑

Avocado

160 kcal

🍑

Peach

39 kcal

🍇

Dried Raisins

299 kcal

🍎

Apple

52 kcal

🍇

Grapes

69 kcal

🍉

Watermelon

30 kcal

🍍

Pineapple

50 kcal

Have another question about Yellow melon?

Ask the AI nutrition coach — calories, portions, alternatives and more, answered in seconds in the app.

EatBetter

Scan calories with your camera

Instant AI nutrition analysis

App StoreGoogle Play

Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.