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Granadilla

Passiflora ligularis Allergen-Free
Granadilla

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Passifloraceae
  • Primary Cuisine Latin American
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Granadilla fruit

The Forktionary Angle

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Definition

A type of passion fruit with a hard, orange-yellow shell and a sweet, aromatic, gelatinous pulp filled with edible seeds.

Sensory Profile

TasteSweet, Tropical, Floral, Mildly Tart
TextureJuicy, Gelatinous pulp, Crunchy seeds
AromaFloral, Tropical, Fruity
AcidityLow-Medium

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 60g (1 fruit)
Calories97 kcal
Total Fat0.7g
Saturated Fat0.1g
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg
Protein2.2g
Total Carbohydrate23g
Dietary Fiber10g
Total Sugars11g
Calcium12mg
Iron1.6mg
Potassium348mg

Chef’s Secret

To easily extract the pulp and seeds, simply crack the shell gently and scoop out the contents with a spoon; no knife is needed.

Substitutions

Best Match

Passion Fruit (Purple/Yellow)

1:1

Similar tropical, sweet-tart flavor, but often more tart and less sweet than granadilla.

Mango

1:1 (for pulp)

Offers tropical sweetness and smooth pulp, but lacks the crunchy seeds and specific floral notes.

Lychee

1:1

Sweet, juicy, and floral with a delicate texture, good for similar dessert uses.

Buying Guide

Choose fruits that are heavy for their size and have smooth, unblemished skin. Store at room temperature.

Flavor Pairings

Yogurt ice cream fruit salads cocktails desserts smoothies puddings.