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Valencia Orange

Also Known As : Summer Orange
Technical Name : Citrus sinensis

Vegetarian

Taste Profile

They have a balanced, sweet-tart flavor.

Usage Tips

  1. Valencia Oranges can be used in raw or cooked applications.

Description

Valencia Oranges are a sweet orange variety which is a member of the Rutaceae or citrus family. They are medium to large in size and and are round to oval in shape. They have golden orange thin rind that has rough, leathery texture. Their inside reveals tender, juicy, yellow-orange flesh with 1-6 cream-colored seeds, and is divided into 10-12 segments by thin membranes.

Health benefits

  • Valencia Oranges are a wonderful source of fiber, vitamin C and folate.(1)
  • They contain antioxidants in them that help to boost immunity.(1)

Selection Guide

Go for firm, large Valencia Oranges without any soft spots and bruising on the skin.

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