Belonging to the Solanaceae family, Lulo is a tropical fruit with an appearance reminiscent of a tomato. It is ovoid in shape, measuring 4–6 cm in diameter. Its outer shell is bright orange, while the interior is divided into four compartments separated by membranes, containing a yellowish pulp filled with numerous small seeds.
Nutritionally, Lulo is rich in calcium, vitamin C, phosphorus, and protein, and also provides iron, sodium, and small amounts of fiber and fat. Its high content of vitamin A and phosphorus contributes to the strengthening of bones, nails, and hair.
Lulo can be enjoyed in various ways: fresh with a teaspoon, as juice, or in ice creams. For storage, place the fruit in a perforated plastic bag to allow ventilation, then keep it in the refrigerator to preserve freshness.
The Curuba, Colombia’s national fruit, is a tropical delight known for its pleasantly exotic flavor, which balances soft sweetness with a touch of acidity. Belonging to the Passionflower family, this fruit is cylindrical and oval, growing up to 11 cm long. Its smooth skin, similar to that of the passion fruit, turns yellow or red when ripe, while the gelatinous pulp inside offers a fresh, aromatic experience reminiscent of its botanical cousin. Available year-round, Curuba is a true staple of tropical abundance.
The Salak (Salacca zalacca), commonly known as “snake fruit” due to its reddish-brown scaly skin, is the fruit of a small palm tree with a short trunk and long, sharp thorns. Each oval drupe, measuring 5–8 cm in length, grows in clusters at the base of the palm. Inside the peel lies a firm, segmented pulp that encloses a hard seed about the size of a hazelnut.
The lychee, from the Sapindaceae family, is an exotic oval-shaped fruit about 4 cm in diameter. It has a red to pink skin that is easy to peel, revealing a white, translucent, and juicy pulp that completely surrounds the seed. Its pulp is sweet and aromatic, highly prized for its delicate flavor and fragrance.
Dragon fruit, or Hylocereus triangularis, is a refreshing and aromatic exotic fruit that comes from a cactus native to humid tropical climates. The yellow pitahaya, from the Cereus triangularis Haw variety, is oval-shaped (about 12 cm) with bright yellow skin resembling a tropical pineapple and white, shiny pulp filled with small edible seeds. The red variety has smooth, carmine-colored skin and vibrant violet pulp, making it a visually striking and flavorful fruit. It is available year-round.
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