Kiwi

Seasonality:

• Kiwi is in season October through May

Health Benefits of Kiwi:

• Kiwi is an excellent source of Vitamin C, fiber, potassium and antioxidants. It also contains magnesium, folate, zinc and Vitamin E.
• One serving of kiwifruit (two medium fruits) contains more potassium than a banana, the Vitamin C of two oranges, and the amount of fiber in a bowl of bran cereal.

How to Select Kiwi:

• Choose kiwis with firm, unblemished skin.
• Ripe kiwis will give slightly to gently pressure.

How to Store Kiwi:

• Store kiwi at room temperature away from exposure to sunlight or heat until ripe, up to 4 days.
• Kiwi can also be refrigerated for up to 4 weeks.

How to Prepare Kiwi:

• Always wash before eating.
• Remove the skin with a paring knife or a potato peeler or by cutting both ends and getting a knife underneath to peel off the skin (the skin is edible).

Fun Facts About Kiwi:

• The kiwifruit originated from China and was originally called the ‘Chinese Gooseberry’
• It was renamed Kiwifruit after its uncanny resemblance to the “fuzzy brown kiwi” – New Zealand’s National Bird.