Cantaloupe Smoothie

A Cantaloupe Smoothie is a refreshing, blended beverage made primarily from ripe cantaloupe melon, often combined with a liquid base like milk or yogurt and sometimes sweeteners. It's a popular, hydrating drink enjoyed worldwide, especially during warm seasons, and is celebrated for its natural sweetness and vibrant orange color.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This smoothie is naturally high in carbohydrates, primarily from the fruit's natural sugars, and provides very little fat or protein unless dairy or protein supplements are added. It is an excellent source of Vitamin A (from beta-carotene) and Vitamin C, and a single serving typically contains between 100-150 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	120 kcal
Protein	1.5 g
Carbs	28 g
Fat	0.5 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	25 g
Sodium	25 mg
Vitamin A	2700 IU (54% DV)
Vitamin C	58 mg (64% DV)
Potassium	470 mg (10% DV)
Folate	27 µg (7% DV)
Vitamin B6	0.2 mg (12% DV)
Niacin (B3)	1.2 mg (8% DV)
Magnesium	20 mg (5% DV)
Manganese	0.1 mg (4% DV)

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Cantaloupe belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family, making it a botanical relative of cucumbers and squashes, not a true melon in the strictest sense. Its high water content (over 90%) makes this smoothie exceptionally hydrating, and the beta-carotene that gives it the orange hue is a powerful antioxidant that the body converts to Vitamin A.