Melons, honeydew vs Watermelon
Side-by-side nutrition comparison per serving. See which fits your goals better.
Both melons are ultra-low-calorie options — honeydew at 36 calories and watermelon at just 30 per 100g. Carbs are close too: 8.15g for honeydew versus 7.55g for watermelon. Neither is a significant source of protein or fiber. The main nutritional difference is that watermelon provides lycopene, while honeydew offers more potassium.
Pro tip
Both are great hydrating snacks with minimal calorie impact. Choose watermelon for its lycopene benefits and slightly lower calorie count, or honeydew for a milder sweetness. Either way, you can eat generous portions guilt-free.
Quick Verdict
Best for weight loss
Watermelon
Best for muscle gain
Watermelon
Best for low-carb
Watermelon
Macro Comparison
Melons, honeydew: 100g (100g) | Watermelon: 100g (100g)
36
Melons, honeydew
30
Watermelon
0.53g
Melons, honeydew
0.61g
Watermelon
8.15g
Melons, honeydew
7.55g
Watermelon
0.22g
Melons, honeydew
0.15g
Watermelon
Protein Efficiency
What percentage of calories come from protein — higher is better for staying lean.
6%
Melons, honeydew
8%
Watermelon
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| Nutrient | Melons, honeydew | Watermelon |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 36 | 30 |
| Protein | 0.5g | 0.6g |
| Carbs | 8.2g | 7.6g |
| Fat | 0.2g | 0.2g |
| Fiber | — | 0.4g |
| Sugar | — | 6.2g |
| Sodium | 21.2mg | 1mg |
| Cholesterol | — | 0mg |
| Saturated Fat | — | 0.02g |
| Potassium | 209mg | 112mg |
| Vitamin A | — | 28mcg |
| Vitamin C | 15.7mg | 8.1mg |
| Calcium | 6.58mg | 7mg |
| Iron | 0mg | 0.24mg |
Which Should You Choose?
For weight loss
Choose Watermelon. With 30 calories and 0.61g protein, it gives you more protein per calorie — keeping you full while cutting calories.
For muscle gain
Choose Watermelon. Watermelon delivers 0.61g protein per serving — 0.1g more than Melons, honeydew.
For low-carb diets
Choose Watermelon with 7.55g carbs per serving.
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Is Melons, honeydew or Watermelon better for weight loss?
For weight loss, Watermelon is the better choice. Melons, honeydew has 36 calories and 0.53g protein per serving, while Watermelon has 30 calories and 0.61g protein. Lower calories with higher protein helps you stay full while eating fewer calories.
Which has more protein, Melons, honeydew or Watermelon?
Watermelon has more protein per serving. Melons, honeydew provides 0.53g and Watermelon provides 0.61g of protein.
Can I eat both melons, honeydew and watermelon together?
Yes! Combining melons, honeydew and watermelon gives you 66 calories and 1.1400000000000001g protein. This combination can work well as part of a balanced meal.