Details about Horned Melon
Also known as Kiwano, blowfish fruit, spiky gourd
Rich in vitamin C and potassium, the horned melon has a distinctive taste and is often eaten raw or used in salads, smoothies, and desserts
A fruit that's as unique as it is delicious
Nutrition
Horned melon is a nutrient-rich fruit with a range of essential vitamins and minerals, here are its key nutrition facts per 100 grams of serving.
It contains energy of 144 kilojoules, 14.5 grams of carbohydrates, 1.6 grams of dietary fiber and 0.6 grams of protein. Horned melon has a low fat content of 0.1 grams.
As for the vitamins, it is rich in vitamin C and also contains other essential vitamins like vitamin A, vitamin E and vitamin K in smaller quantities. In terms of its mineral content, Horned melon is a good source of potassium, with 101 milligrams per 100 grams of serving. It also contains other essential minerals like phosphorus, magnesium and zinc in smaller quantities.
Here is a detailed breakdown of the nutritional values of horned melon per 100 grams:
Energy 144 kilojoules
Fat 0.1 grams
Carbohydrates 14.5 grams
Fiber 1.6 grams
Protein 0.6 grams
Sodium 0.4 milligrams
Potassium 101 milligrams
Phosphorus 18 milligrams
Magnesium 10 milligrams
Zinc 0.3 milligrams
Vitamin A 15 milligrams
Vitamin C 7 milligrams
Vitamin E 0.1 milligrams
Vitamin K 0.2 micrograms
Storage
Cool and humid storage to prevent dehydration and spoilage
Storage conditions:- Temperature: 1-5°C (34-41°F)
- Humidity: 80-90%
High temperature and moisture loss may cause loss of flavor, and bacterial soft rot.
Packaging
Pulp or foam tray to reduce bruising and moisture loss
Shelf life
up to 30-40 days
