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Red Dragon Fruit
Central America; widely cultivated in Southeast AsiaSummer to fall (June–November)Mildly sweet, earthy, slightly sweet like watermelon
Did You Know?
Red dragon fruit's intense magenta pigment (betacyanin) is used as a natural food coloring and can turn urine pink — a harmless condition called beeturia.
Overview
Central America; widely cultivated in Southeast Asia · Summer to fall (June–November) · fruits
Red dragon fruit (red pitaya) has striking hot-pink skin with green scales and intense magenta-red flesh with tiny edible seeds. It has a milder, sweeter flavor than white dragon fruit.
Central America; widely cultivated in Southeast Asia
Origin
Summer to fall
Season
Easy
Difficulty
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Category
Flavor Profile
Mildly sweetearthyslightly sweet like watermelonstriking magenta color
Storage Tips
Refrigerate cut fruit up to 5 days. Whole fruit at room temperature 2–3 days.
Photo Gallery
How to Cook with Red Dragon Fruit
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Cut in half and scoop flesh. Use in smoothie bowls (stunning color), fruit salads, sorbet, and as a natural food coloring.
Best Pairings
coconutmangolimehoneyvanillapineapplekiwi
Substitutes
White dragon fruit, watermelon (for color), kiwi
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Red Dragon Fruit
Nutrition Highlights
fat
0
iron
10% DV
carbs
13
fiber
3
protein
1.2
calories
60
vitamin_c
34% DV
Quick Facts
Categoryfruits
OriginCentral America; widely cultivated in Southeast Asia
SeasonSummer to fall (June–November)
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
High in antioxidants (betacyanins), vitamin C, iron, and prebiotics. Supports gut health and immunity.
Red Dragon Fruit Photos
4 photos showcasing Red Dragon Fruit in its many forms
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Red Dragon Fruit
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OriginCentral America; widely cultivated in Southeast Asia
SeasonSummer to fall (June–November)
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Mildly sweetearthyslightly sweet like watermelonstriking magenta color
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Pairs Well With
coconutmangolimehoneyvanillapineapplekiwi
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