Oval heart-shaped almost round fruit.
2.5 to 4cm in length.
Covered by a leathery inedible skin - pink to strawberry-red in colour with a rough texture.
Under the skin is the edible flesh with a texture similar to a grape it is white, translucent, firm and juicy.
Lychees have a flavour that is sweet and delicious.
Contained within the edible portion is an inedible seed that varies in size.

As they don't ripen further once picked choose those with a bright rose coloured skin with little or no greenish hue.

High source of Vitamin C.
Source of Omega-3.
Provides 276kj / 100g.

Store in the fridge for up to 7 days.