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SUPER EXTRA AVOCADO

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Super Extra Avocado: Creamy Delight from Central America

The super extra TROPS avocado is a creamy and flavorful fruit native to Central America. Its smooth and buttery texture and its mild and slightly sweet taste make it a popular ingredient in a variety of dishes.

RED PITAHAYA WITH WHITE FLESH

€11.24 el kg.
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Red Pitahaya with White Flesh: Exoticism in Every Bite

Red pitahaya with white flesh, also known as red dragon fruit, is an exotic fruit with an oval or round shape, featuring an intense red peel with pointed scales. Its pulp is white/pink, adorned with small black seeds. Red pitahaya has a mild and slightly sweet flavor, with a refreshing touch and a hint of acidity. It can be consumed fresh, used in fruit salads, smoothies, desserts, and culinary decorations. It is a good source of vitamin C, antioxidants, and dietary fiber.

YELLOW PITAHAYA

€17.50 el kg.
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Yellow Pitahaya: A Burst of Flavor and Freshness

Yellow pitahaya, also known as yellow dragon fruit, is an exotic fruit with an oval or round shape, featuring a bright yellow peel and pointed scales. Its pulp is either white or pale yellow, adorned with small black seeds. Yellow pitahaya has a mild and sweet flavor, often described as a combination of melon and pear. It is juicy and refreshing, suitable for consuming fresh, adding to fruit salads, smoothies, or desserts. It is a source of vitamin C, antioxidants, and dietary fiber.

DEL MONTE PINEAPPLE

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Discover the Exquisite Del Monte Pineapple: Unmatched Flavor

Del Monte pineapple, a variety known for its sweetness and juiciness, offers a unique experience. It stands out for its extra sweet taste, tender and juicy pulp, as well as its bright golden color and smooth texture. This tropical treasure is appreciated for its perfect balance of acidity, making it ideal to be enjoyed in various ways – whether fresh, in juices, fruit salads, or as a star ingredient in sweet and savory dishes.

THAI GREEN PAPAYA

€4.30 el kg.
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Discover the Exquisite Thai Green Papaya: Unique Flavor and Firm Texture

Thai green papaya is a unique variety that will surprise you. With its elongated shape and bright green color, this papaya is known for its sour taste and firm texture. It is a key ingredient in Thai cuisine, especially in salads and stir-fried dishes. Its refreshing and slightly spicy flavor adds a special touch to your recipes.

Nutritional Benefits:

Moreover, Thai green papaya is an excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin A, and fiber.

Incorporate Exoticism into Your Dishes:

Add Thai green papaya to your shopping list and discover a new dimension of flavors and textures in your dishes. You will love its exoticism and culinary versatility!

PAPAYA

€7.80 el kg.
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Explore the Exotic Charm of Papaya: A Tropical Journey in Every Bite

Papaya is an exotic fruit that will transport you to the tropics. With its oval shape and vibrant orange color, papaya is a true delight for the palate. Its juicy and sweet flesh has a unique tropical flavor and a smooth texture.

Versatility in the Kitchen:

Papaya is perfect to enjoy fresh as a dessert or add to salads, smoothies, or even savory dishes.

Nutrients Enriching Your Diet:

In addition to its delicious taste, papaya is an excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin A, and fiber.

Discover the Exotic Freshness:

Add papaya to your shopping list and discover the freshness and exotic flavor it brings to your meals. You will love its sweet and refreshing tropical charm!

MARACUYA

€19.97 el kg.
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Passion Fruit: The Exotic and Healthy Marvel

Passion fruit, also known as maracuyá or granadilla, is a tropical fruit with a thick and rough skin that can be yellow or purple. It has a juicy and gelatinous pulp with black seeds. Its taste is acidic and sweet, with an intense and exotic aroma. It is a fruit that can be consumed fresh or used to prepare juices, smoothies, cocktails, jams, sauces, desserts, and other dishes. Its flavor pairs well with ingredients like yogurt, cream cheese, chocolate, coconut, mango, or banana. It is a fruit that offers many health benefits, being rich in water, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

MANGOSTEEN

€22.47 el kg.
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Mangosteen: Explore the Queen of Fruits with Amazing Properties

Mangosteen is an exquisite tropical fruit, known as "the queen of fruits," originating from Southeast Asia. With a thick and tough purple rind, it harbors inside a white and juicy pulp divided into segments. Its unique flavor combines sweetness and acidity, reminiscent of citrus fruits. In addition to its delightful taste, mangosteen stands out for its impressive antioxidant, antibacterial, antiviral, and fungicidal properties.

GREEN KIWI EXTRA

€6.00 el kg.
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Explore the World of Green Kiwi: Exotic Freshness for Your Culinary Creations

Green kiwi is a unique, refreshing, and versatile fruit that enhances your dishes and desserts. Discover how to incorporate this gem into your recipes, from salads to irresistible sauces. With its vibrant pulp and nutrient richness, green kiwi brings a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity.

PAPAYON

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Discover the Delicious Freshness of Papayón: A Tropical Feast

Papayón is an astonishing tropical fruit that you can't miss trying. With its large size and oval shape, papayón is a variety of papaya distinguished by its sweet and mild flavor. Its juicy and creamy pulp has a smooth texture, and its taste is delightfully refreshing. Papayón is perfect to enjoy fresh as a dessert or add to smoothies and salads. Moreover, it is an excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin A, and fiber. Add papayón to your shopping list and discover the tropical pleasure this exquisite fruit brings. You'll love its generous size and sweet, refreshing taste!

GREEN EXTRA KIWI

€3.80 el kg.
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Green Extra Kiwi: An Exotic Delight

The Green Extra Kiwi is an exotic and refreshing fruit that can be used to prepare delicious desserts, salads, smoothies, and sauces. Its flesh is light green with small black seeds and has a sweet and tangy flavor. Its skin is brown and covered with fine hairs that can be easily removed with a knife or peeler. Green kiwi is rich in vitamin C, fiber, potassium, and antioxidants that benefit health.

PASSION FRUIT

€13.73 el kg.
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Passion Fruit: Exquisite and Nutritious

Passion fruit or maracuya is a tropical and exquisite fruit characterized by its juicy and aromatic pulp, which comes in yellow or purple, and its crunchy and edible seeds. Its flavor is sweet and sour at the same time, with a citrusy touch reminiscent of lemon or orange. It is a highly nutritious and healthy fruit, rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that benefit the immune system, digestion, vision, and skin. Additionally, it has relaxing and sedative properties thanks to its content of passiflorine. It can be consumed fresh or used to make juices, smoothies, jams, sauces, desserts, or cocktails. Its aroma and flavor combine very well with other fruits such as mango, banana, coconut, or pineapple.

RED PITAHAYA

€10.92 el kg.
Availability: 298 In Stock

Red Pitahaya: Exoticism in Every Bite

Red pitahaya, also known as red dragon fruit, is an exotic fruit with an oval or round shape, featuring an intense red peel with pointed scales. Its pulp is bright red, adorned with small black seeds. Red pitahaya has a mild and slightly sweet flavor, with a refreshing touch and a hint of acidity. It can be consumed fresh, used in fruit salads, smoothies, desserts, and culinary decorations. It is a good source of vitamin C, antioxidants, and dietary fiber.

KIWI GOLD

€7.74 el kg.
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Kiwi Gold: An Exotic Delight

Kiwi Gold is an exotic and delicious fruit characterized by its intense yellow, sweet, and juicy pulp. Its skin is thin and smooth, and its flavor is milder and less acidic than that of green kiwi. It is a highly nutritious fruit that provides vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. It can be consumed fresh, in salads, smoothies, desserts, or jams. Yellow kiwi is originally from China but is mainly cultivated in New Zealand.

GOLD PINEAPPLE

€2.66 la pieza
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Discover the Charm of Gold Pineapple: Nutrition and Versatility

Gold Pineapple, a tropical fruit with an oval or cylindrical shape, captivates with its rough and spiky skin. Its juicy, yellow pulp offers a sweet and refreshing taste, making it a delicious and nutritious choice. Explore its benefits, from vitamin C to bromelain, an enzyme that enhances digestion.

MANGO SUPER EXTRA TROPS

€8.12 el kg.
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Mango: Exploring the Delicious Tropical Fruit

Mango is a tropical fruit with a round or oval shape, featuring a skin that comes in shades of green, yellow, or red. Its sweet and juicy pulp showcases hues of orange or yellow, with a large flat seed at its center. Cultivated in many parts of the world, especially in Asia and the Americas, mango boasts numerous varieties, each offering distinct flavors, sizes, and textures.

EXTRA AVOCADO

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Extra Avocado: Versatility and Nutrition

The extra avocado is a fruit with an oval or pear-shaped form, with rough skin that varies from green to purple or black. Its most outstanding feature is its creamy and buttery flesh, with a smooth and rich flavor, with nutty notes. It is versatile in the kitchen, rich in healthy fats, fiber, and nutrients like potassium, and is used in a variety of dishes, from guacamole to salads and toast.

copy of KIWI GOLD

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El kiwi amarillo es una fruta exótica y deliciosa que se caracteriza por su pulpa dulce y jugosa de color amarillo intenso. Su piel es fina y lisa, y su sabor es más suave y menos ácido que el del kiwi verde. Es una fruta muy nutritiva que aporta vitaminas, minerales, fibra y antioxidantes. Se puede consumir fresca, en ensaladas, batidos, postres o mermeladas. El kiwi amarillo es originario de China, pero se cultiva principalmente en Nueva Zelanda

MANGO EXTRA NACIONAL

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Mango: Exploring the Delicious Tropical Fruit

Mango is a tropical fruit with a round or oval shape, featuring a skin that comes in shades of green, yellow, or red. Its sweet and juicy pulp showcases hues of orange or yellow, with a large flat seed at its center. Cultivated in many parts of the world, especially in Asia and the Americas, mango boasts numerous varieties, each offering distinct flavors, sizes, and textures.

Tropical Fruits: A Guide to Exotic Delights

Tropical fruits are nature's colorful, flavorful gifts from warm climates around the world. These fruits not only tantalize our taste buds with their unique flavors but also provide a wealth of essential nutrients. From the creamy texture of avocados to the sweet juiciness of mangoes, tropical fruits offer a diverse range of tastes, textures, and culinary possibilities.

In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore some of the most popular tropical fruits, including mangoes, avocados, pineapples, and kiwis, along with other exotic varieties. We'll delve into their nutritional benefits, culinary uses, and interesting facts that make each fruit unique.

Popular Tropical Fruits

1. Mango: The King of Fruits

Mangoes, often called the "king of fruits," are beloved for their sweet, juicy flesh and vibrant flavor.

  • Nutrition: Rich in vitamins A and C, potassium, and antioxidants.
  • Uses: Eaten fresh, used in smoothies, salads, desserts, and savory dishes.
  • Fun Fact: There are over 1000 varieties of mangoes worldwide.

2. Avocado: The Creamy Superfood

Avocados are known for their creamy texture and nutritional density.

  • Nutrition: High in healthy fats, fiber, potassium, and vitamins K, C, and B6.
  • Uses: Used in guacamole, salads, sandwiches, and even smoothies.
  • Fun Fact: Avocados are actually berries!

3. Pineapple: The Tropical Crown

Pineapples are instantly recognizable by their distinctive shape and sweet-tart flavor.

  • Nutrition: Excellent source of vitamin C and manganese, contains bromelain enzyme.
  • Uses: Eaten fresh, grilled, used in desserts, cocktails, and savory dishes.
  • Fun Fact: It takes about 2-3 years for a pineapple plant to produce a single fruit.

4. Kiwi: The Fuzzy Powerhouse

Kiwis are small fruits packed with big flavor and nutrients.

  • Nutrition: High in vitamin C, fiber, potassium, and antioxidants.
  • Uses: Eaten fresh, used in fruit salads, smoothies, and as a garnish.
  • Fun Fact: Kiwis contain more vitamin C per ounce than oranges.

Did you know? Many fruits we consider "tropical" are native to different parts of the world. For example, mangoes originated in South Asia, avocados in Central America, pineapples in South America, and kiwis in China!

Other Notable Tropical Fruits

While mangoes, avocados, pineapples, and kiwis are among the most well-known tropical fruits, there are many other delicious and nutritious options to explore:

  • Papaya: Known for its sweet taste and digestive benefits.
  • Passion Fruit: Tart and seedy, often used in desserts and drinks.
  • Guava: Aromatic fruit high in vitamin C and fiber.
  • Dragon Fruit: Visually striking with a mild, sweet flavor.
  • Lychee: Small, white fruit with a floral aroma and sweet taste.
  • Coconut: Versatile fruit used for its water, meat, and oil.
  • Jackfruit: Large fruit often used as a meat substitute in vegetarian dishes.

Nutritional Comparison

Tropical fruits offer a wide range of nutrients. Here's a comparison of some key nutrients in a 100g serving of our featured fruits:

Fruit Calories Vitamin C (mg) Potassium (mg) Fiber (g)
Mango 60 36.4 168 1.6
Avocado 160 10 485 6.7
Pineapple 50 47.8 109 1.4
Kiwi 61 92.7 312 3

Culinary Uses of Tropical Fruits

Tropical fruits are incredibly versatile in the kitchen. Here are some popular culinary uses:

  • Fresh Consumption: Most tropical fruits are delicious eaten fresh as a snack or dessert.
  • Smoothies and Juices: Tropical fruits make excellent bases for refreshing drinks.
  • Salads: Both fruit salads and savory salads benefit from the addition of tropical fruits.
  • Desserts: From pies and tarts to ice creams and sorbets, tropical fruits add unique flavors to desserts.
  • Savory Dishes: Many tropical fruits pair well with meats and seafood in savory recipes.
  • Preserves: Jams, jellies, and chutneys are great ways to preserve tropical fruits.
  • Dried Snacks: Many tropical fruits can be dried for a healthy, portable snack.

Health Benefits of Tropical Fruits

Incorporating tropical fruits into your diet can provide numerous health benefits:

  • Boost Immune System: Many tropical fruits are high in vitamin C and other antioxidants that support immune function.
  • Improve Digestion: The fiber content in these fruits aids digestion and promotes gut health.
  • Heart Health: Fruits like avocados provide healthy fats that can improve cholesterol levels.
  • Skin Health: The vitamins and antioxidants in tropical fruits can contribute to healthy, glowing skin.
  • Hydration: Many tropical fruits have high water content, helping to keep you hydrated.
  • Weight Management: The fiber and nutrients in these fruits can help you feel full and satisfied.

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Pro Tip: To get the most nutritional benefit, try to eat a variety of tropical fruits. Each fruit offers a unique nutritional profile, so diversity is key!

Buying and Storing Tropical Fruits

To enjoy tropical fruits at their best, follow these tips for buying and storing:

  • Mangoes: Choose fruits that give slightly to pressure. Ripen at room temperature and refrigerate when ripe.
  • Avocados: Select fruits that yield to gentle pressure. Ripen at room temperature. Once ripe, they can be refrigerated for a few days.
  • Pineapples: Look for a fragrant aroma and leaves that are fresh and green. Store at room temperature if eating within a couple of days, or refrigerate.
  • Kiwis: Choose fruits that yield to gentle pressure. Ripen at room temperature and refrigerate when ripe.

Environmental Considerations

While tropical fruits are delicious and nutritious, it's important to consider their environmental impact:

  • Transportation: Many tropical fruits are shipped long distances, contributing to carbon emissions.
  • Water Usage: Some tropical fruits, like avocados, require significant water resources to grow.
  • Deforestation: Increased demand for tropical fruits can lead to deforestation in some areas.

To enjoy tropical fruits more sustainably, consider:

  • Choosing locally grown fruits when possible
  • Opting for organic or sustainably grown options
  • Eating tropical fruits in season
  • Reducing food waste by properly storing fruits and using them in various recipes

Conclusion

Tropical fruits offer a world of flavors, textures, and nutritional benefits. From the sweet lusciousness of mangoes to the creamy richness of avocados, the tangy brightness of pineapples, and the zesty punch of kiwis, these fruits add excitement and variety to our diets. By incorporating a range of tropical fruits into your meals, you can enjoy their delicious tastes while reaping their numerous health benefits.

Whether you're a long-time fan of tropical fruits or just beginning to explore these exotic delights, there's always something new to discover in the colorful, flavorful world of tropical fruits. So why not add some tropical flair to your next meal and experience the taste of paradise?