Passion fruit, also known as passiflora, is an exotic fruit native to South America, where it has been used for centuries as a source of nutrition and as an element of traditional medicine.
Its bright yellow or purple skin hides a jelly-like pulp full of seeds that has a unique combination of sweetness and tartness.
Passion fruit is rich in vitamins A and C, and also contains fiber and antioxidants.
Benefits of passion fruit:
- Supports digestion.
- Antioxidant properties.
- Reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
Nutritional value
Passion fruit has a low glycemic index (around 30).
In 100 g of fruit, there are approximately 97 calories, 2.2 g of protein, 0.4 g of fat, and 23.4 g of carbohydrates, of which 10 g are dietary fiber.
Passion fruit can be included in a keto diet, but with caution. This tropical fruit contains carbohydrates, and its consumption should be limited to avoid exceeding daily carbohydrate limits.
Recommended serving: 30-50 grams of passion fruit per day.
