Description

Indulge in the vibrant flavor of our green kiwi, with its tangy-sweet taste and juicy flesh perfect for snacking, adding to fruit salads, blending into smoothies, or garnishing desserts for a refreshing finish. Available in our Local Farm Shop in Bellaghy, Mid Ulster Area.

🥝 Green kiwifruit, also known as Actinidia deliciosa, is a vibrant subtropical fruit celebrated for its tangy-sweet flavor and impressive nutritional profile. Here’s a closer look at what makes it so special:

🌿 Physical Characteristics

Shape & Size: Oval to oblong, typically 5–7 cm long and weighing 70–100 grams.
Skin: Thin, taut, and covered in stiff brown hairs with variegated shades of green and gold.
Flesh: Bright green with tiny edible black seeds arranged in a radiating pattern around a pale yellow-white core.
Texture: Juicy, tender, and slightly grainy with a refreshing bite.

🍬 Flavor Profile

Taste: A lively mix of sweet, tangy, and acidic notes with subtle tropical undertones.
Aroma: Fragrant and fruity when ripe.

🧬 Nutritional Highlights

Vitamin C: Exceptionally high—over 180% of daily value per cup.
Fiber: Supports digestion and gut health.
Potassium & Magnesium: Help regulate fluid balance and nerve function.
Vitamin K, E, and Folate: Support immunity, skin health, and cell repair.
Polyphenols & Antioxidants: Combat oxidative stress and inflammation.

🍽 Culinary Uses

Raw: Sliced, scooped, or peeled for snacking.
Desserts: Used in cakes, puddings, mochi, and even dipped in chocolate.
Savory Dishes: Chopped into salsas, served with seafood, or blended into marinades (thanks to its natural meat-tenderizing enzyme).
Drinks: Blended into smoothies, juices, and cocktails.

🌍 Origins & Cultivation

Native to China, where it was once called “Sunny Peach” or “Macaque Fruit.”
Introduced to New Zealand in the early 20th century, where it was renamed “Kiwifruit” after the fuzzy national bird.
Grown globally today, with major producers including China, New Zealand, Italy, and Chile