The kumquat is a small, bright orange citrus fruit that is about 4 cm in size. Both the skin and the flesh are edible. Kumquats are extremely healthy and contain lots of vitamin C and potassium.
Origin
The kumquat originates from China. Our kumquats come from South Africa, Israel and Spain.
Taste
The skin of the kumquat is edible and has a bitter-sweet taste. The flesh is bitter-tart.
Use
Kumquats do not have to be peeled and can be eaten whole. But do wash before eating.
Storage
Store kumquats at room temperature, for example in the fruit bowl. The fruit is ripe when the skin is bright orange/yellow.
Tip!
Drop some kumquat slices in your water for a delicious flavour!
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NUTRITIONAL VALUE
per 100 gr
Energy (kcal)
53 kcal
Energy (kJ)
219 kJ
Carbohydrates
9,1 g
of which sugars
9,1 g
Fat
0,5 g
of which saturates
0,1 g
Fibre
3,8 g
Protein
0,9 g
Sodium
6 mg
Vitamin C
39 mg
GROWING AREAS
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Tips for preparing kumquats
What can you do with kumquats
You can eat kumquats out of hand, but you can also slice them for use in salads or to add a delicious flavour to your water.