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Melon balls
Calories & nutrition facts
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Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 33 kcal —
- Protein 0.8 g 2%
- Carbohydrate 7.2 g 3%
- Fat 0.3 g 0%
- Saturated fat 0.1 g 0%
- Fibre 0.7 g 3%
- Sodium 31 mg 1%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 89 µg 10%
- Vitamin C 6.2 mg 7%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.17 mg 14%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.02 mg 2%
- Niacin (B3) 0.64 mg 4%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.16 mg 3%
- Vitamin B6 0.11 mg 6%
- Folate (B9) 26 µg 7%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
Minerals
- Calcium 10 mg 1%
- Iron 0.29 mg 2%
- Magnesium 14 mg 3%
- Phosphorus 12 mg 1%
- Potassium 280 mg 6%
- Zinc 0.17 mg 2%
- Copper 0.06 mg 7%
- Manganese 0.04 mg 2%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 33 | 0.8 g | 7.2 g | 0.3 g |
| 1 × cup, unthawed | 173 g | 57 | 1.5 g | 13 g | 0.4 g |
| 2 × cup, unthawed | 346 g | 114 | 2.9 g | 25 g | 0.9 g |
| ½ × cup, unthawed | 86.5 g | 29 | 0.7 g | 6.3 g | 0.2 g |
| 3 × cup, unthawed | 519 g | 171 | 4.4 g | 38 g | 1.3 g |
| 4 × cup, unthawed | 692 g | 228 | 5.8 g | 50 g | 1.7 g |
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Questions about Melon balls
How do you make neat melon balls?
Halve the melon and scoop out the seeds, then press a small melon baller firmly into the flesh and twist. Work in rows, keeping the tool close to the skin so you waste less fruit.
Which melons are easiest to scoop into balls?
Cantaloupe and honeydew have firm flesh that holds its shape well. Choose a ripe melon that gives slightly at the stem end but is not soft or bruised.
How long do melon balls keep in the fridge?
Keep them covered in a clean, airtight container and refrigerate promptly; use within 3 days for the best texture. Drain off any pooled juice before serving.
Can you freeze melon balls?
Yes. Arrange them in a single layer on a lined tray until firm, then transfer to a freezer bag; they are best eaten frozen or used in smoothies, as thawed melon becomes soft and watery.
What goes well with melon balls?
Serve them with berries, mint and a squeeze of lime in a fruit salad, or pair cantaloupe with prosciutto as a savoury starter. Chilled melon balls also make an easy addition to sparkling water.
What can you use instead of melon balls in a fruit salad?
Use diced melon if you do not have a melon baller; it has the same flavour and is quicker to prepare. For a different fruit, try seedless grapes or cubes of ripe mango.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 169912 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
