Feijoa is oblong ellipsoid shaped fruit (resembling the shape of an egg). It is also considered as a super-fruit. Feijoa is a lime colored fruit and has a very aromatic smell.
Feijoa has got a creamy white, grainy, thick flesh similar to that of a pear. The flesh encloses a translucent jelly like seed cavity at the center and the seeds are also edible.
The average length of feijoa fruit is about 2.5 inches(6.3 cm) and average diameter of feijoa can be around 2 inches(5 cm). The average weight of a feijoa fruit is close to 50 grams(0.11 pounds or 1.7 ounces).
Scientific name of Feijoa
Acca Sellowiana
Other names of Feijoa
- Pineapple Guava
- Guavasteen
- Feijoa sellowiana
- Wild Guava
Calories by source in Feijoa
- Calories by carbohydrate in Feijoa = 90%
- Calories by fat in Feijoa = 6%
- Calories by protein in Feijoa = 4%
Fats and Fatty Acid profile of Feijoa
- Polyunsaturated fat (PUFA) in Feijoa = 46%
- Saturated fat (SFA) in Feijoa = 35%
- Monounsaturated fat (MUFA) in Feijoa = 19%
Nutrition facts of Feijoa
*Serving size = 100 grams = 3.55 Ounces = 1/2 cup
*DV= % Daily Value (%DV indicates how much nutrients contribute to a person’s daily diet from a serving of a food. DV assists you in determining whether or not a serving of food is high or low in a particular nutrient.)
| Nutrient | Amount | Unit | DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 61 | KCAL | |
| Fat | 0.42 | GRAM | 1% |
| Protein | 0.71 | GRAM | 1% |
| Carbohydrate | 15.21 | GRAM | 6% |
Detailed vitamin profile of Feijoa, vitamin A, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin D, Folate, Niacin, Thiamin, and Riboflavin is shown in the chart.
Detailed mineral profile of Feijoa, Sodium(Na), Calcium(Ca), Copper(Cu), Iron(Fe), Magnesium(Mg), Selenium(Se), Phosphorus(P), Potassium(K) and Zinc(Zn) is shown the chart.
Check freshness in Feijoa
- Fresh feijoa is fragment and firm
- Feijoa is green in color when its unripe
- Ripe feijoa is green with a hint of yellowish undertone
- Overripe feijoa become squishy
- Avoid cracked feijoa
- Overripe feijoa will start turning black and will start developing white molds on the skin
Availability of Feijoa
- The Seasons of feijoa depend on the geographical location where it is being cultivated
- USA – Feijoa season ranges from October – December
- Australia – Feijoa season ranges from March – June
How to store Feijoa
- Ripe feijoa can be stored at room temperature for 3-4 days
- Keep away from humidity and moisture in case of storing at room temperature
- Avoid direct heat and sunlight
- Feijoa can be stored in refrigerator for 10-14 days
- Cut pieces of feijoa can be stored in freezer for about an year
- Freeze the pieces of feijoa on a tray and after freezing, transfer the pieces in an airtight freeze container or bag and keep it in the freezer
Complete nutrition facts of Feijoa
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