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Juicy, sweet, low-calorie, source of vitamin C and potassium
In season: Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
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.
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%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 51 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.06 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 18 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.1 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% |
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 slice (medium) | 150 g | 51 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 80 g | 27 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 34 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 160 g | 54 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 250 g | 85 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 300 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 500 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 1000 g | 340 kcal |
Calculated from 34 calories per 100 g.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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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.
High
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 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.
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
0.06g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.09g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.