VIETNAMESE DRAGON FRUIT
Vietnam’s dragon fruit (also known as pitaya) is a popular fruit commonly grown throughout tropical countries and subtropical world regions, notably Southeast Asia. The fruit is recognized by its distinctive oval shape, green fins, and vibrant red or pink skin when ripe. Its white, red, or purple-pink flesh is easily accessible, enveloping numerous small black seeds. With a sweet and slightly tangy flavor and over 80% water content when ripe, this fruit has found its home mainly in the southern regions of Vietnam since its introduction in the mid-20th century. Over the years, it has evolved into an export-worthy commodity, adored for its flavor and eye-catching appearance.
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How to eat During the summer, dragon fruit lends itself to a variety of culinary creations, including smoothies, refreshing jellies, and vibrant salads. It’s not only perfect for enjoying fresh, but it also serves as a healthy snack option due to its high fiber content and absence of fat. This particular dragon fruit is highly favored in Asian cuisine, where it features prominently in summer refreshments, palate-cleansing dishes, and as a satisfying snack. We particularly appreciate how this fruit provides its own natural bowl—simply scoop out the succulent flesh, dice it, and combine it with berries and melon to craft a visually stunning and delicious fruit salad.
Health benefit Aside from its delicious flavor, attractive appearance, and reasonable price, dragon fruit is also valued by international consumers for its health benefits. Dragon fruit contains a lot of valuable nutrients for the body, being rich in antioxidants, such as flavonoids, betacyanins, and phenolic acids. These natural compounds help protect the body’s cells from damage by free radicals – molecules that can lead to premature aging and diseases like cancer.
Nutrition value (per 100g):
- Calories: 50.kcal
- Protein: 0.129 – 0.229g
- Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.7 – 0.9g
- Vitamin C: 9mg
- Iron: 0,65mg
Storage advice Stored in a cool, dry place at 5 to 6°C (Fresh) and at -20 ±2°C (Frozen)
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