Feijoa
Feijoa has a green color and ellipsoid shape with white pulp and small, edible, white seeds. It has a distinctive, sweet aroma.
The feijoa can be consumed fresh by cutting it in half and scooping out the creamy, white pulp with a spoon. The feijoa is commonly used in salads, juices and ice cream. The skin is not edible.
Nutritional information
The feijoa has vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6, B9, C, E and minerals such as calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium and zinc.
Minimum Brix degress
Crops
The Feijoa is grown in Colombia in the cold areas of Boyacá, Caldas, Cundinamarca and Antioquia. The feijoa grows well in areas located between 1,000 and 3,000 MASL. To achieve good flowering, fertilization and fruiting, the ambient temperature must be between 12° and 18°C.
RECIPES
Feijoa Smoothie
Feijoa has a unique tropical aroma reminiscent of pineapple and guava. In this smoothie it is blended with yogurt for a refreshing and nutritious drink.
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INGREDIENTS
PREPARATION
Peel and chop: Peel the feijoas and cut into pieces.
Blend: Add the fruit, yogurt, honey and water to the blender.
Mix: Blend until creamy.
Serve: Add ice and enjoy chilled.