Cantaloupe vs. Jalapeno
Nutrition comparison of Cantaloupe and Jalapeno
Ever wonder how your favorite foods stack up against each other in terms of nutrition?
We compared the nutritional contents of
cantaloupe
versus
jalapeno
(100g each)
below using 2020 USDA and NIH data[1].
For a quick recap of significant nutrients and differences in cantaloupe and jalapeno:
- Both jalapeno and cantaloupe are high in Vitamin C and potassium.
- Cantaloupe has more beta-carotene than jalapeno, however, jalapeno contains more alpha-carotene and lutein + zeaxanthin than cantaloupe.
- Cantaloupe is an excellent source of Vitamin A.
- Jalapeno has more riboflavin, pantothenic acid and Vitamin B6.
- Jalapeno is a great source of dietary fiber.
USDA sources for nutritional information: Cantaloupe (Melons, cantaloupe, raw) and Jalapeno (Peppers, jalapeno, raw) . Have a correction or suggestions? Shoot us an email.
Calories and Carbs
calories
Jalapeno and cantaloupe contain similar amounts of calories - jalapeno has 29 calories per 100 grams and cantaloupe has 34 calories.
For macronutrient ratios, cantaloupe is heavier in carbs, lighter in fat and similar to jalapeno for protein. Cantaloupe has a macronutrient ratio of 9:87:4 and for jalapeno, 11:80:9 for protein, carbohydrates and fat from calories.
Macro Ratios from Calories:
| Cantaloupe | Jalapeno | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 9% | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 87% | 80% |
| Fat | 4% | 9% |
| Alcohol | ~ | ~ |
carbohydrates
Jalapeno and cantaloupe contain similar amounts of carbs - jalapeno has 6.5g of total carbs per 100 grams and cantaloupe has 8.2g of carbohydrates.
The carbs in jalapeno are made of 60% sugar and 40% dietary fiber, whereas the carbs in cantaloupe comprise of 89% sugar and 10% dietary fiber.
dietary fiber
Jalapeno is a great source of dietary fiber and it has 211% more dietary fiber than cantaloupe - jalapeno has 2.8g of dietary fiber per 100 grams and cantaloupe has 0.9g of dietary fiber.
sugar
Jalapeno and cantaloupe contain similar amounts of sugar - jalapeno has 4.1g of sugar per 100 grams and cantaloupe has 7.9g of sugar.
Protein
protein
Jalapeno and cantaloupe contain similar amounts of protein - jalapeno has 0.91g of protein per 100 grams and cantaloupe has 0.84g of protein.
Fat
saturated fat
Both jalapeno and cantaloupe are low in saturated fat - jalapeno has 0.09g of saturated fat per 100 grams and cantaloupe has 0.05g of saturated fat.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
Both jalapeno and cantaloupe are high in Vitamin C. Jalapeno has 223% more Vitamin C than cantaloupe - jalapeno has 118.6mg of Vitamin C per 100 grams and cantaloupe has 36.7mg of Vitamin C.
Vitamin A
Cantaloupe is an excellent source of Vitamin A and it has 213% more Vitamin A than jalapeno - jalapeno has 54ug of Vitamin A per 100 grams and cantaloupe has 169ug of Vitamin A.
Vitamin E
Jalapeno has 70 times more Vitamin E than cantaloupe - jalapeno has 3.6mg of Vitamin E per 100 grams and cantaloupe has 0.05mg of Vitamin E.
Vitamin K
Jalapeno and cantaloupe contain similar amounts of Vitamin K - jalapeno has 18.5ug of Vitamin K per 100 grams and cantaloupe has 2.5ug of Vitamin K.
The B Vitamins
Jalapeno has more riboflavin, pantothenic acid and Vitamin B6. Both cantaloupe and jalapeno contain significant amounts of thiamin, niacin and folate.
| Cantaloupe | Jalapeno | |
|---|---|---|
| Thiamin | 0.041 MG | 0.04 MG |
| Riboflavin | 0.019 MG | 0.07 MG |
| Niacin | 0.734 MG | 1.28 MG |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.105 MG | 0.315 MG |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.072 MG | 0.419 MG |
| Folate | 21 UG | 27 UG |
Minerals
calcium
Jalapeno and cantaloupe contain similar amounts of calcium - jalapeno has 12mg of calcium per 100 grams and cantaloupe has 9mg of calcium.
iron
Jalapeno and cantaloupe contain similar amounts of iron - jalapeno has 0.25mg of iron per 100 grams and cantaloupe has 0.21mg of iron.
potassium
Both jalapeno and cantaloupe are high in potassium. Jalapeno is very similar to jalapeno for potassium - jalapeno has 248mg of potassium per 100 grams and cantaloupe has 267mg of potassium.
Antioxidants and Phytonutrients
flavonoids
Naturally occuring in fruits and vegetables, flavonoids are associated with many health benefits and used in a variety of medicinal and pharmaceutical applications. [2][3]
For specific flavonoid compounds,
| Cantaloupe | Jalapeno | |
|---|---|---|
| luteolin | 0.64 mg | 1.34 mg |
| kaempferol | 0.07 mg | ~ |
| Quercetin | 0.01 mg | 5.07 mg |
carotenoids
Carotenoids are micronutrients commonly found in plants and some animal products. An example is beta-carotene, the notable carotenoid which is a popular source of Vitamin A.[4][5]
For specific types of carotenoids, cantaloupe has more beta-carotene than jalapeno per 100 grams, however, jalapeno contains more alpha-carotene and lutein + zeaxanthin than cantaloupe per 100 grams.
| Cantaloupe | Jalapeno | |
|---|---|---|
| beta-carotene | 2020 UG | 561 UG |
| alpha-carotene | 16 UG | 67 UG |
| lutein + zeaxanthin | 26 UG | 861 UG |
Omega-3 and Omega-6
omega 3s
For omega-3 fatty acids, both cantaloupe and jalapeno contain significant amounts of alpha linoleic acid (ALA).
| Cantaloupe | Jalapeno | |
|---|---|---|
| alpha linoleic acid | 0.046 G | 0.05 G |
| Total | 0.046 G | 0.05 G |
omega 6s
Comparing omega-6 fatty acids, both cantaloupe and jalapeno contain significant amounts of linoleic acid.
| Cantaloupe | Jalapeno | |
|---|---|---|
| linoleic acid | 0.035 G | 0.062 G |
| other omega 6 | ~ | 0.004 G |
| Total | 0.035 G | 0.066 G |
Customize your serving size
The comparison below is by common portions, e.g. cups, packages. You can also see a more concrete comparison by weight at equal weight (by grams) comparison.
Note: The specific food items compared are: Cantaloupe (Melons, cantaloupe, raw) and Jalapeno (Peppers, jalapeno, raw) .
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FAQ
Does jalapeno or cantaloupe contain more calories in 100 grams?Jalapeno and cantaloupe contain similar amounts of calories - jalapeno has 29 calories in 100g and cantaloupe has 34 calories.
Does jalapeno or cantaloupe have more carbohydrates?
By weight, jalapeno and cantaloupe contain similar amounts of carbs - jalapeno has 6.5g of carbs for 100g and cantaloupe has 8.2g of carbohydrates. the carbs in jalapeno are made of 60% sugar and 40% dietary fiber, whereas the carbs in cantaloupe comprise of 90% sugar and 10% dietary fiber.
Does jalapeno or cantaloupe contain more potassium?
Both jalapeno and cantaloupe are high in potassium. Jalapeno is very similar to jalapeno for potassium - jalapeno has 248mg of potassium in 100 grams and cantaloupe has 267mg of potassium.