Summary
Calories
17
kcal / 100 g
Protein
1
g / 100 g
Carbohydrates
3.7
g / 100 g
Fat
0.17
g / 100 g
Where the energy comes from
- Protein 20%
- Carbohydrates 72%
- Fat 8%
100 grams of Bitter Melon contain 17 kcal, 1 g protein, 3.7 g carbohydrates and 0.17 g fat. 1 cup (93 g) has about 16 kcal.
Low calorieLow fatLow saturated fatLow sodiumHigh protein
Per 100 g, using the EU nutrition claim thresholds (Regulation 1924/2006).
Bitter Melon Nutrition Facts
| Vitamins | Per 100 g | NRV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 24 µg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 84 mg | 105% |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 (thiamin) | 0.04 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) | 0.04 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 (niacin) | 0.4 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0% |
| Folate | 72 µg | 36% |
| Minerals | Per 100 g | NRV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 19 mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.43 mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 17 mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 31 mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 296 mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 5 mg | 0% |
| Zinc | 0.8 mg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.034 mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.089 mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 0.2 µg | 0% |
| Fat breakdown | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Saturated fat | 0 g |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0 g |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0 g |
| Trans fat | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
NRV: share of the EU adult nutrient reference value provided by 100 g.
Allergens and Diets
Contains none of the 14 major EU allergens.
- Vegan
- Yes
- Vegetarian
- Yes
- Gluten-free
- Yes
- Dairy-free
- Yes
Based on the food itself; processed products may contain traces.
Data Source
Values are laboratory measurements from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) FoodData Central database.
USDA record: Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, raw. View on USDA
Values are averages and vary by recipe, product and portion. Not medical advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many calories are in Bitter Melon?
- 100 grams of Bitter Melon contain 17 kcal. 1 cup (93 g) has about 16 kcal.
- How much protein is in Bitter Melon?
- 100 grams contain 1 g of protein; 20% of its energy comes from protein.
- Is Bitter Melon gluten-free?
- Yes. It contains no gluten-containing grain.
- Is Bitter Melon vegan?
- Yes, it contains no animal products.