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    Home » This and That » Persimmons: Simply Sweet or Super Fiber Food?

    by Kathy Patalsky · updated: Sep 13, 2019 · published: Feb 23, 2009 · About 2 minutes to read this article. 4 Comments

    Persimmons: Simply Sweet or Super Fiber Food?

    I love persimmons.

    That silky shiny orange outer layer that softens into a thin tender skin as it ripens. Inside, a gooey sweet pulp turns into a succulent jelly that simply melts in your mouth.

    I used to eat persimmons fresh off the tree in California. And every time I bite into one here in cold NYC, I can almost taste the California sunshine.

    But as the sweet taste fades, I have to wonder- Are persimmons healthy or simply nature’s tree candy?

    Keep reading for the surprising reason persimmons are indeed a super food…..

    Persimmons, let’s look at the facts.

    Persimmon Nutrition Facts
    per 1 fruit, 2 1/2″
    calories: 118
    fat: 0 grams
    fiber: 6 grams (24% RDA)
    protein: 1 gram
    Vitamin A: 55% RDA
    Vitamin C: 21% RDA
    Vitamin B6: 8% RDA
    Manganese: 30% RDA

    Persimmons are a great source of vitamin A, B6, C and manganese.

    And…

    Wow! 6 grams of fiber. That is impressive for such a tiny fruit.

    Compare that to a large apple with similar calorie content:
    Apple
    116 calories
    5 grams fiber

    Are you shocked? A tiny persimmon has more fiber than a large apple.

    More Fiber than Fiber One brand Yogurt

    FiberOne brand yogurt boasts 20% RDA fiber in each yogurt. So clearly, you can simply eat one yummy persimmon and get more fiber than in the FiberOne Yogurt.

    Yay Mother Nature.

    For the Parents….
    So stick a persimmon in you child’s lunchbox where that apple usually goes- your child might be a bit confused, but once they bite down they will be in for a sweet super food surprise.

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    About Kathy Patalsky

    Hey there! I'm Kathy, lover of kitty cats, weekend baking, 90's movies, travel, beach fog and foamy lattes. Since 2007, I have been sharing my vegan recipes and photos. My goal is to make your cooking life a little easier, delicious - and plant-loaded - while sharing some LIFE and conversation along the way.

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    1. Kathy says

      March 20, 2020 at 6:28 pm

      Faye,Awesome question. Wait until they are very tender to the touch. You can eat them when they are moderately ripe, or for a really sweet treat wait until they are almost mushy and super ripe! You are essentially waiting for the starches inside to turn into sugars. Just like how a banana ripens naturally after it has been picked from the tree.So if it is still firm like a pear or even a banana- don’t eat it yet. Wait until it feels like a vine-ripened tomato in softness.And then in say a few days the mush factor will kick in….just don’t let it get too mushy or dark in color. That could mean your persimmon has gone bad. My Rule: Soft tomato texture? Eat now or in a day…Happy eating!Kathy

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    2. Kathy says

      February 23, 2009 at 9:07 pm

      Faye,

      Awesome question. Wait until they are very tender to the touch. You can eat them when they are moderately ripe, or for a really sweet treat wait until they are almost mushy and super ripe!

      You are essentially waiting for the starches inside to turn into sugars. Just like how a banana ripens naturally after it has been picked from the tree.

      So if it is still firm like a pear or even a banana- don’t eat it yet. Wait until it feels like a vine-ripened tomato in softness.

      And then in say a few days the mush factor will kick in.

      …just don’t let it get too mushy or dark in color. That could mean your persimmon has gone bad.

      My Rule: Soft tomato texture? Eat now or in a day…

      Happy eating!

      Kathy

      Reply
    3. Faye says

      February 23, 2009 at 9:01 pm

      I never know when persimmons are ripe. Any help?

      Reply
    4. Faye says

      March 20, 2020 at 6:28 pm

      I never know when persimmons are ripe. Any help?

      Reply

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