Did You Know?
Kiwi fruit contains actinidin, a protein-digesting enzyme that makes it a great meat tenderizer but also prevents gelatin from setting — a quirk to watch in desserts.
Overview
New Zealand · winter · fruits
Kiwi fruit has a vibrant green flesh with tiny edible seeds, sweet-tart flavor with notes of strawberry and melon, high vitamin C content, and a fuzzy brown skin.
New Zealand
Origin
winter
Season
Easy
Difficulty
fruits
Category
Flavor Profile
Tartsweetbrightgreen flesh
Storage Tips
Ripen at room temperature in a paper bag; refrigerate ripe kiwis for up to 2 weeks.
Photo Gallery
How to Cook with Kiwi Fruit
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Peel with a spoon — just cut off the top and scoop; don't add raw kiwi to gelatin desserts (the enzyme prevents setting).
Best Pairings
strawberrylimevanillacreammangobanana
Substitutes
Green grapes + lime juice (for tartness and color), or strawberry + melon combination
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Kiwi Fruit
Nutrition Highlights
calories
61 kcal per 100g
key_nutrients
Vitamin C, vitamin K, potassium, actinidin, folate, fiber
Quick Facts
Categoryfruits
OriginNew Zealand
Seasonwinter
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
One of the highest vitamin C foods; supports respiratory health (reduces cold symptoms); actinidin aids protein digestion; rich in vitamin K.
Kiwi Fruit Photos
5 photos showcasing Kiwi Fruit in its many forms
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Kiwi Fruit
fruits
OriginNew Zealand
Seasonwinter
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Tartsweetbrightgreen flesh
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Pairs Well With
strawberrylimevanillacreammangobanana
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