Fruit with a sweet taste, low in calories and an excellent source of nutrients
Fruit originating from the Antilles and with seasonal characteristics, the pine cone has low caloric value, with an average of 80 calories per 100 g. Typical autumn food, also known as custard apple, is part of a variety of fruits that begin their cycle and become suitable for consumption at the time of production. “Taking advantage of seasonal fruits is a great option, as they are tastier and have a higher nutrient content”, explains Renata Guirau, nutritionist at Oba Hortifruti.
In addition, the pine cone is an excellent power supplybecause it is rich in carbohydrates. According to the nutritionist, the food helps to control blood pressure and prevent cramps, as it is a source of potassium. The professional also claims to be “a good source of vitamin C, which acts in immunity as an antioxidant and in the natural production of collagen”.
Easy to adapt into recipes
When choosing which pine cone to buy, it is important to observe the firmness of the fruit’s skin, which must be soft, yet firm and without liquid leakage. “The sweeter aroma and the softer skin may indicate that the pine cone is already more mature and will need to be consumed quickly”, advises Renata.
The nutritionist indicates the inclusion of fruit as snackintermediate between main meals, dessert or in the composition of recipes. To increase the durability of the pine cone, the expert recommends freezing the pulp. “Frozen fruit is valid for up to 90 days,” she clarifies.
See 3 practical and tasty recipes with fruit, selected by the professional, to be included in your routine!
pine cone sorbet
Ingredients
- 4 cups seedless pineapple pulp
- 1 tea cup of water
- 1 lemon juice
- 4 tablespoons of sugar
Method of preparation
Beat all ingredients in the processor. Take it to the freezer for 2 hours and then take it back to pastaprocessor and blend until creamy. Divide into bowls and serve immediately.
pine cone frappe
Ingredients
- 500 ml of coconut milk
- Pulp of 2 seedless pine cones
- 1 cup of ice tea
Method of preparation
Beat the pine cone with the coconut milk in the blender. Add the ice cubes and shake lightly. Consume right away.
Creamy custard dessert with passion fruit
Ingredients
- 1 cup of pine nut pulp
- 1 cup of cream ice cream
- Pulp of 1 passion fruit
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
Method of preparation
Beat the pulp of the pine cone in the blender or mixer. In a container, gently incorporate the cream ice cream into the fruit pulp. Take it to the freezer. In a pan, cook the passion fruit pulp with the sugar, over low heat, until it forms a syrup. Take to freeze for at least 2 hours in the fridge. Remove the cream from the freezer, serve in bowls and finish with the passion fruit syrup.
By Marcia Marcon
Source: Maxima
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