Kumquats

Kumquats

A wonderful fruit that grows on small evergreen trees, kumquats are entirely edible, and offer a lot of nutritional benefits: vitamins A and C (all of the bioflavinoids in the C complex), some iron and calcium, lots of fiber, and no cholesterol fat or sodium. For those looking for a sweet alternative with minimal calories, about 10 kumquats contain only 100 calories! Kumquats have sweet outer skin and a tart inner flesh - they are a real sensation for the palate.

Kumquats are generally eaten whole, but they are also excellent to include in salads and desserts. Kumquat jellies, jams and marmalades are quite popular, but there is a lot of added sugar that takes away from the nutritional benefits of the fresh fruit Note: one kumquat evergreen shrub can produce a ton of fruit, and rubbing the fruit in your hands prior to eating will release the oils and the kumquat skin becomes even sweeter.