Pear
|
||||||||
|
Calories: 58
Energy: 242 kj
|
||||||||
| Protein: | 0.38 g | |||||||
| Fat - total: | 0 g | |||||||
| Carbohydrate - by diff: | 15.46 g | |||||||
| Sugar - total: | 9.80 g | |||||||
| Fibre: | 3.1 g | |||||||
| Water: | 83.71 g | |||||||
General Description:
A juicy fruit with a rounded shape that becomes narrower towards the stalk.
Under the skin you'll find flesh with a grainy texture.
Pears are easy to grab when you're on the go.
Pears are also low in calories and taste great and are best eaten when soft.
Selection:
When choosing pears, look for fruit that is firm, smooth and unblemished.
Nutrition Information:
Provide a good source of Fibre - 3.1g per 100g.
Also contain Vitamin C and Vitamin K.
Provides 242kj / 100g.
Storage & Handling Information:
Pears will ripen faster if placed next to bananas in a fruit bowl.
They stay fresh for longer if kept in a fridge.
*Commercial cold storage extends availability
Growing Area Information:
WA - Outer Metropolitan Areas, South West.
Related Varieties:
Related Recipes:
| Image | Recipe Name | Vegetarian | Low GI | Good 4 Kids | Meal Type | Serves | Kids can make |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 |
For a stylish dessert try this tasty dried fruit compote. |
 |
Desserts | 6 | |||
|
This fruit compote brings the taste of summer tastes great with a scoop of icecream. |
|
Desserts | 6 | |||
 |
An inspired combination of fruity flavours, makes this refreshing dessert a real treat. |
|
 |
 |
Desserts |  |
|
|
For a delightful dessert this recipe combines plums, pears & almonds to give you something special. |
Desserts | 6 | ||||
 |
For an indulgent treat try these poached pears drizzled with delightful chocolate sauce. |
Desserts |
