Calorie comparison
Cantaloupe vs Orange
Per 100 grams, cantaloupe is the lighter choice by 13 calories, while orange delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Cantaloupe | Orange |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 34 | 47 |
| Protein | 0.8 g | 0.9 g |
| Carbs | 8 g | 12 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0.1 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🍈 Cantaloupe
1 cup diced (160 g)
54 cal
1.3 g protein · 12.8 g carbs · 0.3 g fat
🍊 Orange
1 medium (131 g)
62 cal
1.2 g protein · 15.7 g carbs · 0.1 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, cantaloupe or orange?
Per 100 g, cantaloupe has 34 calories and orange has 47. Cantaloupe is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, cantaloupe or orange?
Cantaloupe has 0.8 g of protein per 100 g; orange has 0.9 g. Orange wins on protein.
Is cantaloupe or orange better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward cantaloupe — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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