Origin: New Zealand. The kiwi Gold is a tropical fruit. Its taste is sweeter than the green kiwi. Its flesh is golden with seeds that are usually red or black. It is longer than the green one with a crown-shaped end. Its skin is usually brown and smoother than the green kiwi's. The yellow kiwi tree is a plant that needs a lot of moisture to bear fruit.
Properties and benefits:
The kiwi Gold is one of the fruits with the highest protein content. It is a source of potassium, fiber, and folate. Among all the vitamins it has, Vitamin C stands out. Eating one kiwi a day will allow you to have younger cells, strengthen your immune system, and prevent colds. It is full of soluble fiber, so it will help with digestion and intestinal transit. It is a great antioxidant thanks to its Vitamin C and E content. It has a high folate content, so it is highly recommended for pregnant women. It helps regulate our blood pressure thanks to its potassium content. The quercetin it contains acts as an anti-inflammatory.
Nutritional value per 100g:
Calories: 46
Protein: 1g
Carbohydrates: 8.5g
Fat: 0.28g
Dietary fiber: 3.2g
Protein: 1.02g
Water: 82.4g
Storage and tips:
If we want to extend its shelf life, we can keep it in the refrigerator.
Recipe and uses in the kitchen:
Although its delicious flavor makes us consume this fruit naturally, you can incorporate kiwi Gold into your homemade recipes to give them a different touch. You can make a leek and yellow kiwi cream; Put butter in a pot and sauté 4 leeks, once golden, cut and peel 1 large potato, add it to the pot and incorporate water or broth, approximately about 700ml, depending on how thick you want it. Boil for 20 minutes, remove from heat and blend, add salt to taste and incorporate 2 chopped yellow kiwis. Blend again and serve when cold.