Fruits · per 100g
A visually striking tropical cactus fruit with a mild, kiwi-like sweetness and crunchy seeds, offering a hydrating profile rich in essential minerals and unique plant pigments.
Copper, Vitamin C
Available carbohydrates, Iron
Copper, Vitamin C
Vitamin K1, Calcium
Nutritional summary
Interesting fact
Despite its exotic appearance, the dragon fruit is actually the fruit of a climbing cactus that blooms only at night, often referred to as 'moonflowers' or 'Queen of the Night'.
Standout nutrients
Water
Sum sugars
Seasonality
Diet
Sustainability
Water requirements are low for a fruit crop, but environmental impact is raised by air-freight emissions to non-tropical regions.
Storage
Do Not Refrigerate Until Ripe
3–5 days
Keep at room temperature until slightly soft to the touch.
Refrigerate
5–7 days
Once ripe, store in a plastic bag to maintain humidity.
Consume Immediately After Cutting
1–2 days
Store cut pieces in an airtight container in the fridge.
Flavour
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