Grapefruit Facts
Grapefruit is Available:Grapefruit is available year round but their peak season is January—April.How Does Grapefruit Grow:Grapefruit grows in grape-like clusters on a tree in warm tropical areas.What to Look for When Buying Grapefruit:They should be heavy for their size, smooth skin and firm. Grapefruit should have a bright skin and no blemishes.Grapefruit Storage Tips:You can store on the counter but if stored in the fridge it will last up to 2 weeks.How to Cook with Grapefruit:Cut the fruit out of the segments and use them in salads, eat as is or drink the juice.Recipe: Spinach Fruit Saladfresh spinach or romaine lettucefruit of choice: sliced strawberries, sliced kiwi, avocado slices, grapefruit sections (save juice for dressing) Toss salad together and serve with dressing below. Fruit dressing: 1/3 Cup oil 1 teaspoon orange peel ½ Cup grapefruit juice 2 Tablespoons sugar 2 Tablespoons lemon juice ½ teaspoon mustard ¼ teaspoon Salt Stir ingredients together in bowl or salad shaker.  Share your food facts and recipesDo you have a food facts or recipe to share? Back to food facts from grapefruit facts...  All rights reserved. The material on this site is for educational purposes. Nothing on this page is public domain.
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