Blood Orange
Blood oranges or Arnold blood oranges may have originated in the southern Mediterranean, where they have been grown since the 18th century. They are a common orange grown in Italy, Our blood Oranges originate from Sicily.
Arnold blood oranges are small to medium in size, averaging 5-7 centimeters in diameter, and are globular in shape. These oranges are a pigmented, Mediterranean variant that have a reddish-orange outer peel and red flesh. Typically, the oranges are red throughout, but many have red stippling, and some have an inconsistent colouring.
Nutritional Value
Arnold blood oranges are a good source of vitamin C, potassium, and dietary fiber. They also contain folate and anthocyanins, which are antioxidants that can protect the body’s overall health.
Applications
Arnold blood oranges are best suited for fresh applications and are often sliced into wedges or juiced. Their sweet-tart flavor also makes them suitable as a substitute for lemons or limes in recipes.
Origin: Italy, Spain
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