Cantaloupe
Fruit

How much fiber is in cantaloupe?

Cantaloupe has 1.4 g of fiber per 1 cup cubed (160 g). That is 5% of the daily value and a low amount for a fruit.

1.4g
per 1 cup cubed
0.9g
per 100 g
5%
daily value
#35of 39
fruits

Soluble vs insoluble

Soluble 0.4g 29% Insoluble 1g 71%

The split is approximate and comes from USDA SR Legacy analyses where available. Soluble fiber dissolves into a gel and is the type most linked to cholesterol and blood sugar effects. Insoluble fiber adds bulk and keeps things moving.

About cantaloupe and fiber

A cup of cubed cantaloupe provides 1.4 grams of fiber and is low FODMAP. Like most melons it is mostly water.

Counts toward plant diversityLow FODMAP at this serving

How cantaloupe compares to other fruits

Per typical serving. The highest fruit in the database is raspberries at 8 g.

FoodServingFiberPer 100 g% DV
Shredded Coconut2 tbsp1.8 g12 g6%
Raisins1/4 cup1.5 g3.7 g5%
Apricots2 fresh1.4 g2 g5%
Grapes1 cup1.4 g0.9 g5%
Honeydew1 cup diced1.4 g0.8 g5%
Cantaloupe1 cup cubed1.4 g0.9 g5%
Applesauce (Unsweetened)1/2 cup1.3 g1.1 g5%

All 39 fruits ranked by fiber

Servings to reach a daily goal

18×

servings of cantaloupe to reach 25 g, the adequate intake for adult women

28×

servings of cantaloupe to reach 38 g, the adequate intake for adult men

Nobody should get all their fiber from one food. Gut bacteria respond to variety, and the fiber calculator shows a mixed day that reaches your number.

USDA entries for cantaloupe

Grams of fiber per 100 g from USDA FoodData Central (snapshot 2026-10-11). Different preparations and varieties explain the spread.

USDA descriptionFiber / 100 gSolubleInsoluble
Melons, cantaloupe, raw0.8 g0.3 g0.5 g
Cantaloupe, raw0.8 g––
Cantaloupe nectar0.3 g––

Frequently asked questions

How much fiber is in cantaloupe?
1 cup cubed of cantaloupe, about 160 grams, contains 1.4 grams of dietary fiber. That is 0.9 grams of fiber per 100 grams and 5% of the 28 gram daily value.
Is cantaloupe high in fiber?
Not especially. Cantaloupe has 1.4 g per serving, which ranks 35 of 39 fruits in the FiberUp database. It still counts toward plant diversity, but the fiber in a meal will come from elsewhere.
Is the fiber in cantaloupe soluble or insoluble?
About 29% of the fiber in cantaloupe is soluble (0.4 g) and 71% is insoluble (1 g). Soluble fiber forms a gel that slows digestion and feeds gut bacteria; insoluble fiber adds bulk and speeds transit.
How many servings of cantaloupe would reach a daily fiber goal?
It would take about 18 servings to reach 25 g (the adequate intake for adult women) and 28 servings to reach 38 g (adult men). Spreading fiber across several foods is easier and better for gut bacteria diversity.

Values are per typical serving from USDA FoodData Central and standard references, rounded to one decimal. Actual fiber varies with variety, ripeness, and preparation. This is general nutrition information, not medical advice.