Food - Drink
Why You Should Start Eating The Rind On Guava
By CLARICE KNELLY
Many Americans are only familiar with exotic tropical fruits via artificially-flavored beverages and candies, but today, more citizens can enjoy these fruits fresh, thanks to frequent imports from other countries. However, it can be hard to determine the right way to eat fruits like guava, which aren't as straightforward as an apple.
Guava is a sweet, florally-flavored tropical fruit that can be eaten out of hand, and while you may feel compelled to peel the rind or remove the seeds, we recommend eating guava whole for the best experience. Firstly, buy a guava with a rind that has a yellowish or pinkish green hue and a sweet aroma, which indicates that the fruit is ripe.
Once you’re ready to eat the guava, you can simply bite right into it or slice it into sections. According to Epicurious, a guava rind by itself has more vitamin C than a whole orange, and the fruit is also loaded with manganese, potassium, fiber, and antioxidants, so eat the skin for more nutrition and less fussy prep time.