Chilled honeydew soup

Chilled honeydew soup is a refreshing, sweet-savory cold soup, popular in various forms across East and Southeast Asia. It typically features ripe honeydew melon blended with ingredients like coconut milk, yogurt, or a light syrup, sometimes accented with lime, mint, or a pinch of salt.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally low in fat and protein but can be moderate in natural carbohydrates from the melon and any added sweeteners. It provides hydration, vitamin C, and potassium, with a typical serving containing roughly 100-150 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	60 kcal
Protein	1 g
Carbs	15 g
Fat	0.2 g
Fiber	1.5 g
Sugar	14 g
Sodium	25 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Vitamin C	25 mg
Vitamin A	120 mcg
Folate	30 mcg
Magnesium	15 mg
Vitamin B6	0.1 mg
Manganese	0.1 mg
Vitamin K	3 mcg

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

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents a creative use of seasonal produce for cooling down in hot climates, blurring the line between a soup and a dessert. Nutritionally, it's a light, hydrating way to consume fruit, offering electrolytes and vitamins without the heaviness of a cooked dish.