Bitter Melon

Selection Information

Usage: Use similar to squash - can be stuffed, curried or pickled.

Selection: Good-quality bitter melon should be firm, wrinkled and light-green but turning yellow in color. They will turn orange when very ripe. The skin is edible, but the seeds should be removed. Soak in salt water to remove any bitterness.

Avoid: Avoid product that is soft, completely orange in color or has spots of mold.

Seasonal Information

Bitter melon is available from California during the summer and winter months.

Bitter Melon Nutritional Information

Serving Size: 124g
Amount Per Serving
Calories 25	Calories from Fat 1
	% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0	0%
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 10mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 5g	2%
Dietary Fiber 1g	4%
Sugars 3g
Protein 3g
Vitamin A 2%	Vitamin C 70%
Calcium 2%	Iron 2%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. Source: PMA's Labeling Facts

Bitter Melon is an excellent source of vitamin C and dietary fiber. It has very little sodium.