Rambutan

Seasonality of Rambutan:

• Rambutans are available year-round.

Health Benefits of Rambutan:

• Rambutans are high in fiber, an excellent source of iron and a good source of Vitamin C.

How to Select Rambutan:

• Choose rambutans with intact skin and no breakage or leaks.

How to Store Rambutan:

• Store rambutans in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

How to Prepare Rambutan:

• To eat a rambutan, peel off skin and remove the grape-like flesh. The flesh contains an inedible seed, so be careful when eating.
• Eat alone or add to salads or desserts.

Fun Facts About Rambutan:

• Ramutans are a relative of the Lychee and has a spiky red shell covering a sweet grape-like flesh. An inedible seed is contained within the flesh, so be careful when eating!
• Rambutans get their name from the Malaysian work for hair, or “Rambut.”