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Dragon fruit is a part of the cactus family and it's native to northern South America. Although there are several varieties of colors (yellow, red, white inside, or pink inside) there aren't many nutritional differences among them. These dragon fruits get their name from their exterior, which is full of overlapping "fins" that resemble a dragon's scales. Dragon fruit is rich in fiber and antioxidants.
I've tried it. I actually didn't think it had much of a taste at all. My kids didn't like it and my mother-in-law decided she could take it or leave it.
How is it good for you?
Promotes Gut Health
Prevents Against Chronic Disease
Helps Regulate Blood Sugar
Promotes Healthy Blood Flow
Supports Your Immune System
Dragon fruit can be enjoyed in beverages, meals, snacks, and as a unique garnish:
- Cut a dragon fruit in half and spoon out the flesh.
- Blend dragon fruit flesh into smoothies or smoothie bowls.
- Use pureed dragon fruit as the base for a fiber-rich mocktail, along with fresh lime and mint.
- Place cubed dragon fruit in mason jars, alternated layering with yogurt, nuts, granola, or oatmeal.
- Add dragon fruit flesh to fruit salads or platters.
- Add cut dragon fruit to garden salads, slaws, or chilled whole grain salads.
- Use dragon fruit balls, slices, or cubes to garnish any dish, such as baked tofu or black bean tacos.
- Blend dragon fruit flesh with plant milk and freeze to make mock ice cream.
- Alternate cubed dragon fruit with other fruits on skewers and serve with melted dark chocolate.
- Use dragon fruit balls or cubes to garnish chia, chocolate avocado, or brown rice pudding.
(Health)