Trying out new food is an interesting experience, especially exotic fruits. Exotic fruits are unique fruits imported from various parts of the world. They offer plenty of different flavors and textures. They also contain various vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. So, in this list, we are going to discuss eight exotic fruits that are delicious and nutritious.
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Dragon Fruit (Pitaya)
Dragon fruits look really strange with their bright pink skin and green, scale-like leaves, and spiky exterior. Dragon fruit is filled with white or red flesh dotted with tiny black seeds. It is sweet but not very so. It’s low in calories (so great as a snack), high in fiber (great for your digestion), packed with vitamin C and antioxidants, rich in magnesium (good for your heart and muscles) and super-hydrating (ideal for a hot day!)
Mangosteen
Mangosteen is a small, round fruit with a thick purple shell. It has a juicy, sweet white flesh inside. It’s a fruit that gives many benefits to your body. It contains a lot of antioxidants, especially xanthones. These promote blood circulation in all parts of the body and reduce inflammation. It is also a good source of vitamin C, which will help your immune system and properly heal any injuries.
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Rambutan
Rambutan is like an ugly red ball covered in tiny hair or a red fuzzy ball peach. But when you open up the fruits, you will meet one of the juiciest fruits with a sweet flavor. It contains vitamin C, which helps keep your skin glowing and boosts your immunity. Rambutan fruits also give you iron and fibre.
Durian
Durian is a huge fruit that is also nicknamed ‘king of fruit’ due to its flavor. It has a texture that is softer like a custard, but the outside of the fruit is very hard. Some people love the smell of Durian while some hate it. Despite its strong smell, durian is full of nutrients. It has vitamin C and vitamin B6, which boost immune systems and gives you energy. It also contains potassium which our heart needs, and some fiber.
Soursop (Graviola)
Outside, soursop is green and has soft spikes. The inside of the fruit is white and has a sweet and sour taste, sort of like pineapple with a hint of strawberry. It is filled with vitamin C, which helps you protect from illnesses, and with many antioxidants that can kill cancer cells. It is considered to lower stress.
Jackfruit
Jackfruit is a big, spiky fruit that can weigh more than 40 kg. Inside, it has sweet, slippery, yellow flesh. It can be sliced, cooked or shredded, and it is on the rise as a meat substitute, thanks to its texture. Loaded with fibre that keeps your gut healthy, jackfruit also contains lots of vitamin C, potassium and antioxidants. The carbohydrates in jackfruit give you a burst of energy.
Kiwano (Horned Melon)
Kiwano has a bright orange skin with spiky protrusions. The inside is green, jelly-like, slightly sweet but quite tart. Kiwano is low in calories and high in vitamin C, which is great for your skin and immune system. It also contains potassium, which helps regulate blood pressure. You can add this kiwano to your smoothies or just combine it with other fruit in salads.
Starfruit (Carambola)
Starfruit got its shape when sliced– a star with six rays. The taste is sweet-tart, with a juicy, refreshing texture. Not only is it low in calories, but starfruit is packed with antioxidants, vitamin C and fiber, making it an excellent snack, both for strengthening your immune system and for keeping your bowels regular. Add it to salads or use its slices for decorating a drink.
Disclaimer: This list is solely the author’s opinion based on research and publicly available information.
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