Grapefruits are oblate to round in shape. There are numerous prominent lenticels on the grapefruit peel, which has an orange-yellow color with a blush of pink.
There is a bitter, white layer beneath the peel with a spongy, dry consistency connected to the flesh. The flesh of a grapefruit is dark red in colour which is divided into 11-14 segments by a thin membrane.
The flesh of a grapefruit is soft, aqueous, and usually contains a few to many cream-colored seeds. Grapefruits have a sweet-tart, mildly acidic flavor and are tender and juicy.
Average diameter of a grapefruit is 4-6 inches ( 10 – 15 cm). The average weight of a grapefruit can be about 200 grams ( 7 ounces or 0.44 pounds).
Scientific name of Grapefruit
Citrus Paradisi
Other names of Grapefruit
- Toronja
- Chakotra
- Pomelo
- Pompelmo
Calories by source in Grapefruit
- Calories by carbohydrate in Grapefruit = 90%
- Calories by fat in Grapefruit = 3%
- Calories by protein in Grapefruit = 7%
Fats and Fatty Acid profile of Grapefruit
- Polyunsaturated fat (PUFA) in Grapefruit = 47%
- Saturated fat (SFA) in Grapefruit = 27%
- Monounsaturated fat (MUFA) in Grapefruit = 26%
Nutrition facts of Grapefruit
*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 | 42 | KCAL | |
| Fat | 0.14 | GRAM | 0% |
| Protein | 0.77 | GRAM | 2% |
| Carbohydrate | 10.66 | GRAM | 4% |
Detailed vitamin profile of Grapefruit, vitamin A, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin D, Folate, Niacin, Thiamin, and Riboflavin is shown in the chart.
Detailed mineral profile of Grapefruit, 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 Grapefruit
- Depending on the variety of the grapefruit, the color of a ripe grape fruit can be yellow or orange
- Look for a firm grapefruit
- A fresh grapefruit should be heavy for its size
- Unripe grapefruit is green or yellowish green in color
- Overripe and bad grapefruit will start developing brown patches which over time become soggy and wet
- Select grapefruit without blemishes or cracks
- Ripe grapefruit is flat on top and bottom unlike unripe grapefruit
- Fresh grapefruit will have a smooth but dimpled outer texture
Availability of Grapefruit
- The Seasons of grapefruit depend on the geographical location where it is being cultivated
- USA – Grapefruit season ranges from November – June
- Mexico – Grapefruit season ranges from May – July
- India – Grapefruit season ranges from November – December
- Vietnam – Grapefruit season ranges from October – November
- Turkey – Grapefruit season ranges from January – May
How to store Grapefruit
- Ripe grapefruit can be stored at room temperature for 15-20 days
- Ripe grape fruit can be stored in refrigerator for up-to a month or month and a half
- Cut grapefruit shall be consumed the same day
- Cut grapefruit can be stored in refrigerator for 2-3 days
- Its not recommended to store whole grapefruit in the freezer
- Cut grapefruit pieces can be stored in the freezer for 3-4 months
Complete nutrition facts of Grapefruit
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