Kiwano (horned melon)

An exotic fruit with an orange spiky skin and green jelly-like flesh, with a fresh sweet-sour taste, for fruit salads, smoothies and decoration.

Kiwano (horned melon, African cucumber) is an exotic fruit with a bright orange spiky skin and bright green jelly-like flesh with many edible seeds, with a fresh sweet-sour taste combining cucumber, kiwi, banana and lime. It is eaten by the spoon from halves, added to fruit salads, smoothies, sorbets, cocktails and dressings and used for striking plating and decoration.

Calories, proteins, fats and carbohydrates per 100 g of product

Kiwano (horned melon), Raw: Calories 44.0 kcal, Proteins 1.8 grams, Fats 1.3 grams, Carbohydrates 7.6 grams per 100 g of product.

Calories44.0 kcal

Proteins1.8 grams

Fats1.3 grams

Carbohydrates7.6 grams

Data: USDA FoodData Central

Recipes with this ingredient

Orange sorbet with kiwanoItalian cuisine | Bakery and desserts

Orange sorbet with kiwano is a refreshing treat with an Italian character. Its roots trace back to Mediterranean dessert traditions where citrus fruits play a leading role. The bright orange flavor harmonizes with the creaminess of condensed milk and yogurt, while Grand Marnier liqueur adds a subtle touch of sophistication. The frozen dessert achieves an airy texture, and the exotic kiwano gives it an unusual fruity freshness. This sorbet is perfect for a hot day when you want to enjoy a light and invigorating dessert. It can be served as a standalone treat or used as an elegant addition to fruit dishes.

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