FRESH DRAGON FRUIT
Product Information
A pitaya, commonly known as “dragon fruit”, is cultivated throughout tropical regions.
Vietnam is the country with the largest farm and output of dragon fruit in Asia and also the world’s leading exporter.
Dragon fruits have mild sweetness and refreshing flavor. The texture is sometimes likened to that the kiwi because of its black, crunchy seeds. The flesh is bland, mildly sweet and low in calories. The seeds have a nutty taste and are rich in lipids.
Variants: pink skin/white flesh, pink skin/red flesh, pink skin/purple flesh & yellow skin/white flesh.
Health Benefits
Dragon fruits contain rich vitamins, minerals, protein, and dietary fiber and other nutrition. The plant protein can protect the stomach and the dietary fiber helps prevent constipation. With rich magnesium and fiber content and extremely low calories, dragon fruit is considered a fruit rich in nutritional value and brings many benefits to overall health for users.
Culinary Uses
Fresh Snacks: Slice the fruit in half and scoop out the flesh with a spoon.
Smoothies & Juices: Blend the pulp with other fruits like banana or berries.
Salads & Salsas: Dice cubes into fruit bowls or mix with onions, chili, and lime juice for a tropical salsa.
Dragon Fruit's Nutricion
| Calories | 60 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 1.2 grams |
| Fat | 0 grams |
| Carbs | 13 grams |
| Fiber | 3 grams |
| Vitamin | 3% of DV |
| Magnesium | 10% of DV |
| Iron | 4% of DV |
| Grade | A |
|---|---|
| Origin | Vietnam |
| Size | 350 – 800+ grams |
| Packaging | 3 / 5 / 9 / 12 kg nw carton |
| Shelf life | Around 30 – 35 days |
| Shipping | By sea or air |
| Lead time | Around 10 – 12 days |
| Storage temperature | + 3 °C |
| OEM own brand | Possible |
DV = daily value
Connect with us
If you would like to discuss export opportunities or receive a tailored quotation based on your specific requirements, please contact us via:
- +84 77 5055 568
- sales@viet-fruit-trading.com
- Km 26, Minh Hoa Village, TT. Thuan Nam Binh Thuan, Vietnam