Dragon Fruit
Native Range: | Southern Mexico and Central America |
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Season: | Available June through November. |
Description: | Typical size is about 3 inches in diameter. Fruit has bright pink skin and tastes like a cross between a kiwi and a pear. |
Handling and Storage: | Will keep on the counter for a few days. For longer-term storage, keep it in a plastic bag in the refrigerator. The fruit is most often eaten chilled and cut in half so the flesh may be spooned out. |
Uses: | Fruit salads and smoothies. The juice is often used in frozen drinks. |
Nutrition Information: | Good source of vitamin C and iron. |
