Explore my extensive green fruits list! Learn all about their origins & flavors as well as how to use them in recipes. ...
After doing a deep dive into black, yellow & pink fruits I've now researched the best green fruits. Here's a breakdown of everything you need to know!Jump to:1. Avocado2...
Dark on the outside and green on the inside, avocados are trendy, healthy & oh so popular! There's hardly a cafe here in the UK that doesn't serve the beloved smashed avocado on toast. Their recent popularity is hardly a surprise. They're highly versatile and packed with nutritional benefits, m...
This citrus fruit resembles an orange but instead has a vibrant green color, similar to that of lime. Native to Italy, it's perhaps most famous for being a crucial ingredient in Earl Grey tea. Flavor - Musky, floral, citrusy, a little bitter, acidic...
This stunning fruit belongs to the mulberry family. It's similar to jackfruit but smaller. Not surprisingly given its name, its flavor is often compared to that of bread...
Green on the outside, but bright pink on the inside, guava is native to subtropical regions. It's particularly popular in the Caribbean, where it's often added to jams. Flavor - Subtly sweet...
If you've ever seen cucamelons, you won't forget them!They look like very small watermelons but taste like cucumbers. Also known as Mexican sour cucumber, they grow in forests in Colombia, El Salvador, Mexico, Honduras, Venezuela & elsewhere (Source). Flavor - Resembles cucumber...
While cucumber is usually considered a vegetable based on its uses in the culinary world, it's technically a fruit!Did you know that 95% of a cucumber is just water? This green fruit is super low in calories, but rich in important vitamins, folic acid, iron, magnesium & more (Source). Flavor - M...
Rich in antioxidants, these pale green fruits are a wonderful addition to any fruit bowl. Their origins date back centuries - their first recorded cultivation in England was in the 13th Century. Flavor - Greatly depends on their ripeness...
One of the most iconic & widely enjoyed fruits, green apples are also known as The Granny Smith. Native to Australia, they contain pectin - an enzyme related to improvements in blood sugar, digestion & other health benefits (source). Flavor - Very acidic! A little bit sour & sweet...
These firm green fruits are native to the Mediterranean region. Their origins date back thousands of years and they offer heaps of health benefits. They contain no fat and are also low in calories as well as high in vitamins C and K (source)...
There are several types of green mango originating in different places across the world. Found primarily in The Philippines, Thailand, and Puerto Rico, this green fruit has a distinct mango shape. It's bright green on the outside but has yellow or pale yellow flesh...
Originating in Iran (Persia), greengage plums are a natural hybrid species. They're usually smaller in size than European plums. Unlike other varieties, greengage plum trees can thrive in windy & cold environments...
This wonderful green fruit has been grown throughout the world for thousands of years. Named 'Honeydew' by USDA to appeal to the American public (Source), these melons are a fab source of vitamin C. While high in sugar, they are also packed full of potassium, vitamin K & magnesium (Source)...
When I first discovered jackfruit I was quite hesitant to try it. However, it's now become one of my favorite meat substitutes!The key lies in adding plenty of spices, tossing it around in some oil & letting it marinate for as long as possible. Jackfruit easily takes on the flavors of other in...
Ever had a key lime pie? Then you'll know this type of green fruit is the star of every dish!It's known for its distinctly sour taste, waxy skin & mesmerizing aroma. Flavor - Slightly sweeter & stronger than Persian lime. Very acidic & aromatic...
With its juicy flesh & unique appearance, kiwi is not only versatile but also packed with health benefits. Known as one of the most nutrient-dense fruits (source), it originated in New Zealand. Did you know? Kiwi is named after New Zealand's national bird thanks to its resemblance to this fuzzy ...
Also known as the cheese fruit, noni is native to Southeast Asia. The fruit grows on an evergreen tree and contains high levels of vitamin C. It has an incredibly pungent, unpleasant smell...
These vibrant green oranges are native to North America. Despite being edible, they're not often consumed. This has much to do with their bitter (some say unpleasant) flavor & dented skin that some find off-putting...
Originating in Persia (now Iran), these bright green fruits are a hybrid between key lime & lemon. A little bit bigger than key lime, they're characterized by their smooth skin & seedless inside. Flavor - Tart and acidic...
Native to several South American countries, this evergreen tree produces spiky green fruit. It can be tricky to find in your local grocery store (depending on your location). With its vibrant green skin & white flesh, it's been traditionally used to treat high blood pressure (source)...
This tropical fruit has been grown for centuries and gets its name from its unique star shape. Also included in my list of yellow fruits, it ranges in color from green to yellow. Green star fruit is unripe, although a few patches of green here and there are okay...
Green on the outside and orange on the inside, this fruit is a hybrid between pomelo & mandarin (source). Flavor - Just like the name says, they're sweet, citrussy & a little bit acidic. Similar to pomelos, tangerines & oranges...