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Calories in cantaloupe melon

A usual serving, 1 slice (200 g), has about 70 kcal; 100 g ≈ 34 kcal.

Serving kcal Protein Fat Carbs Fibre
100 g 34 0.8 g 0.2 g 7.3 g 0.9 g
1 slice 200 g 68 1.6 g 0.4 g 15 g 1.8 g

Source: fdc.nal.usda.gov · Confidence: high · Updated:

Calories per serving

Serving kcal Protein Fat Carbs
1 slice 200 g 68 1.6 g 0.4 g 15 g
2 slices 400 g 136 3.2 g 0.8 g 29 g

How it fits into a day

A slice of cantaloupe of about 200 g without the rind has about 70 kcal, which makes melon one of the lightest fruits. In summer it's a good swap for cake after lunch. Most of the energy, about 85%, comes from carbs.

A usual serving (1 slice) is about 3% of a 2,000 kcal day. How much do you need a day? Work it out in the calorie calculator.

Lighter options

  • Melon with prosciutto is a classic starter; 3 thin slices of prosciutto add about 75 kcal.
  • Cold from the fridge, melon is a refreshing, filling snack for few calories.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in a slice of melon?

About 70 kcal in 200 g, with 1.6 g protein, 0.4 g fat and 15 g carbs.

How many calories are in 100 g of cantaloupe?

About 34 kcal per 100 g: 0.8 g protein, 0.2 g fat and 7.3 g carbs.

Which has fewer calories, melon or watermelon?

Almost the same: cantaloupe about 34 kcal per 100 g, watermelon about 30 kcal. The serving makes the difference, because watermelon is eaten in bigger slices.

See also

Full table: Fruit and nuts