Cara Cara
Cara Cara oranges are a type of navel orange with a distinctive pinkish-red flesh.
Varieties
About Cara Cara
The Cara Cara orange boasts a trifecta of attributes. It has the external appearance of a true navel orange, only to reveal a rich red fleshy interior due to the presence of the pigment lycopene. It offers a succulent flavour, sweeter than navels and more comparable to tangerines, with robust citrus aromatics. It has a smooth, yet slightly pebbled, easy to peel skin and when zested, releases bright floral fragrances.
Nutritional Facts
Cara Cara oranges are a rich source of vitamin C, which is essential for immune function, skin health, and antioxidant protection. They also provide dietary fiber, which supports digestion, and contain a good amount of vitamin A, folate, potassium, and other essential vitamins and minerals. The unique pinkish-red flesh of Cara Cara oranges is due to the presence of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant. These oranges are sweet and less acidic than regular navel oranges, making them a delicious and nutritious snack.
- Vitamin C: 70 milligrams (117% of the Daily Value)
- Vitamin A: 35 micrograms (4% of the Daily Value)
- Calcium: 60 milligrams (6% of the Daily Value)
- Potassium: 250 milligrams (7% of the Daily Value)
- Folate: 40 micrograms (10% of the Daily Value)
- Magnesium: 15 milligrams (4% of the Daily Value)
Picking Season
| Months | Week |
|---|---|
| June – July | Weeks 23-28 |
Nutritional Data
- Calories: 80
- Protein: 1.5 grams
- Fat: 0.3 grams
- Carbs: 19 grams