PASSION FRUIT
PASSION FRUIT

Introduction
Origin
Properties
Consumption
Conservation
Introduction
Passion Fruit is a fruit from the passionflower family. Its color varies from bright green to yellow when fully ripe. It is round in shape and has a thick but not hard skin. Its pulp, exquisite and very juicy. Like this, it contains a multitude of small seeds that are part of the gelatinous pulp which has a very tropical and refreshing flavor. Passion fruit is on the market all year round.
Origin
The passion fruit has its origin in Central America. Currently, the main producing countries are Colombia, South Africa, Mexico and Australia.
Properties
Passion fruit contains a high percentage of phosphorus, protein, vitamins A and C, calcium, and iron, which contributes to a healthy and balanced diet.
Consumption
The best way to savor a passion fruit is eating it raw. It is cut in two and the pulp is eaten with a spoon. For an unexpected dessert, you can also use passion fruit and prepare a delicious sorbet in a few minutes. In addition, passion fruit is used in fruit salads, salads, and in all kinds of cocktails, to which it will give a very special tropical touch.
Conservation
Passion fruit keep perfectly in a cool, dry place.
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Nutritional and energetic values for 100 gr.
Nutritional and energetic values for 100 gr.