Fruit
How many calories in Horned Melon?
Known for its unique spiky appearance and vibrant orange flesh, horned melon is a low-calorie fruit rich in antioxidants. Perfect for snacking or adding to salads, it offers a mildly sweet flavor.
Per 100 g
50 kcal
1 fruit
125 kcal
(250 g)
| Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|
| 1 g / 100g | 13 g / 100g | 0.2 g / 100g |
In numbers
Where the calories come from
Protein 7% · Carbs 90% · Fat 3%
Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.
- 1 fruit (250 g, 125 kcal) is 6% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
- Burning 1 fruit takes about 30 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).
Compared with similar foods
Horned Melon is number 3 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 50 kcal per 100 g.
| Food | kcal / 100 g | Protein / 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Chili Lime Watermelon | 30 | 0.6 g |
| Honeydew Melon Bowl | 36 | 0.5 g |
| Horned Melon | 50 | 1 g |
| Honey Cinnamon Apples | 52 | 0.3 g |
| Papaya Fruit Salad | 59 | 0.5 g |
| Cherimoya Fruit | 75 | 1.7 g |
Nutrition data updated June 14, 2026.
Health score
9/10
Frequently asked questions
- How do I eat a horned melon?
- Simply cut it in half and scoop out the flesh with a spoon.
- What does horned melon taste like?
- It has a mildly sweet flavor reminiscent of a cucumber and kiwi.
- Is horned melon high in calories?
- No, it is very low in calories, making it a great healthy snack.
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