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Yellow Watermelon Calories
Very juicy, low calorie, source of vitamin C and A, summer fruit
In season: Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Yellow Watermelon (150 g) has 45 calories. That works out to 30 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.3 g of carbs, 0.9 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 255 µg of Vitamin A covers 28% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Yellow Watermelon Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 150 g
45
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
11.3g
· 4% DV
Protein
0.9g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 89% · Protein 7% · Fat 4%
Yellow Watermelon nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (150 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 45 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.3 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.9 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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How Many Calories in 1 Slice of Yellow Watermelon?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 150 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 80 g | 24 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 150 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 60 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 250 g | 75 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 300 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 500 g | 150 kcal |
Calculated from 30 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Yellow Watermelon
Is yellow watermelon naturally yellow?
Yes, yellow watermelon is a naturally occurring watermelon variety, not a red watermelon that has been dyed. Its flesh develops its color as it grows, and the green-striped rind can look much like that of a red-fleshed melon.
What does yellow watermelon taste like?
Yellow watermelon is usually sweet, with a honey-like or mildly tropical flavor. Its taste can seem less familiar than red watermelon, but sweetness varies with the variety and ripeness of the fruit.
Is yellow watermelon sweeter than red watermelon?
Yellow watermelon can taste sweeter or more honey-like, but it is not always sweeter than red watermelon. Growing conditions and ripeness affect both, so the color alone cannot tell you how sweet a melon will be.
How can you tell if a yellow watermelon is ripe?
Look for a creamy-yellow field spot where the yellow watermelon rested on the ground, a dull rather than shiny rind, and a melon that feels heavy for its size. A deep, hollow sound when tapped can also help.
What is the difference between yellow and red watermelon?
The main visible difference is the flesh color: yellow watermelon has much less of the red pigment lycopene. Both are juicy watermelon varieties, but the yellow type often has a honey-like flavor; color alone does not make one healthier.
Can you eat the black seeds in yellow watermelon?
Yes, the black seeds in yellow watermelon are edible and are not poisonous. You can swallow them or chew them, though many people remove them because they prefer the texture of seedless bites.
How do you store yellow watermelon after cutting it?
Cover cut yellow watermelon or place it in a sealed container and refrigerate it. Wash the rind before cutting so a knife is less likely to carry dirt or germs from the outside into the flesh.
Can yellow watermelon be frozen?
Yes, yellow watermelon can be frozen, but thawing makes its flesh soft and watery. Remove the rind, cut the flesh into pieces, and use the frozen fruit in smoothies or other blended drinks rather than expecting fresh-cut texture.
Can you grow yellow watermelon from seed?
Yes, you can grow yellow watermelon from seeds taken from a mature, seed-bearing fruit. It needs warm weather, plenty of sun, and room for its spreading vines; seeds from hybrid varieties may not produce fruit identical to the parent.
Does yellow watermelon have the same nutrients as red watermelon?
Yellow and red watermelon have broadly similar nutritional qualities, including high water content. Their pigments differ, so yellow watermelon has less of the lycopene associated with red flesh; the color does not mean it is automatically more nutritious.
Yellow Watermelon Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
255µg · 28% DV
Vitamin C
12mg · 13% DV
B5
0.3mg · 6% DV
B6
0.08mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
165mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
15mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
18mg · 3% DV
Sodium
1.5mg · 0% DV
Yellow Watermelon Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Yellow Watermelon
To burn the 45 calories in 1 slice (medium) (150 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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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 Watermelon?
Yellow Watermelon is a watermelon variety with yellow flesh beneath its familiar green rind. Watermelons originated in Africa, and yellow-fleshed cultivars are now grown in different parts of the world. The fruit is usually sweet and refreshing, with crisp, juicy flesh and small dark seeds; its yellow colour is a natural trait, not a sign that it is unripe.
It is commonly served chilled in slices as a summer snack or dessert, both in places where it is grown and elsewhere. Mostly water and naturally light, it provides 30 calories per 100 g. Keep it simple for a cooling snack, or pair it with mint or a little plain cheese for a contrasting savoury note.
How Nutritious Is Yellow Watermelon?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Yellow Watermelon 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 Watermelon Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Yellow Watermelon 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 Watermelon Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.03g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.05g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.