The fruits of the loquat grow in clusters and are oval, rounded, or pears in shape. When ripe, the skin appears smooth, sometimes downy, peach-colored with red blushes.
Ripe loquat flesh can be white, yellow or orange in color. Loquats have a smooth and firm flesh, similar to an apricot and, depending on the variety, can be juicy, tangy, sweet, and acidic (its acidity can range from low to medium).
Average size of a loquat is about 5 cm (2 inches) in length. Average weight of 40 -50 gram (1.4 – 1.7 ounces).
Scientific name of Loquat
Eriobotrya Japonica
Other names of Loquat
- Japanese Medlar
- Japanese Plum
- Chinese Plum
- Níspero
- Nêspera
- Pipa
- Naspli
- Nespolo
Calories by source in Loquat
- Calories by carbohydrate in Loquat = 93%
- Calories by fat in Loquat = 4%
- Calories by protein in Loquat = 3%
Fats and Fatty Acid profile of Loquat
- Polyunsaturated fat (PUFA) in Loquat = 65%
- Saturated fat (SFA) in Loquat = 29%
- Monounsaturated fat (MUFA) in Loquat = 6%
Nutrition facts of Loquat
*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 | 47 | KCAL | |
| Fat | 0.2 | GRAM | 0% |
| Protein | 0.43 | GRAM | 1% |
| Carbohydrate | 12.14 | GRAM | 4% |
Detailed vitamin profile of Loquat, vitamin A, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin D, Folate, Niacin, Thiamin, and Riboflavin is shown in the chart.
Detailed mineral profile of Loquat, 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 Loquat
- Select a loquat with smooth skin texture with a hint of shine
- Loquat should have a consistent yellowish bright color
- Should have shine and feel slippery to the touch and not sticky
- Fresh Loquat is firm, dense and heavy for its size
- Old Loquat will have dry stem attached to it
- Depending on the variety, some loquats have a little freckled surface
- Old loquat are a little mushy to the touch unlike fresh loquat
- Unripe loquats are green in color
- Loquats with a hint of green undertone are not fully mature
Availability of Loquat
- The Seasons of loquat depend on the geographical location where it is being cultivated
- Spain – Loquat season ranges from March – May
- Israel – Loquat season ranges from March – May
- Brazil – Loquat season ranges from May – October
- Japan – Loquat season ranges from March – May
- Florida – Loquat season ranges from February – April
How to store Loquat
- Ripe loquats can be stored at room temperature for 4-5 days
- Ripe loquats can be stored in refrigerator for 3-4 weeks
- While being stored in refrigerator, storing in plastic or zip lock bag is recommended
- Loquats can be stored in freezer. Freeze the fruit after removing the seeds. You can store frozen loquats in freezer for months
Complete nutrition facts of Loquat
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