Passion fruit Benefits & Nutrition
Passion fruit benefits: nutrition per 100 g (97 kcal, 10.4 g fibre), how much to eat a day, who should take care and its season. Also called Krishna phal.
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Krishna phal · Fruits
- 97 kcalenergy
- 2.2 gprotein
- 10.4 gfibre
- Jul–Sep and Nov–Jan (North-East, Kerala, Karnataka)best season in India
Per 100 g (pulp, raw (purple)) 🟢 In season now
Health benefits of passion fruit
- Very high in fibre for a fruit (the seeds are edible).
- Is a source of vitamin C and vitamin A.
- Provides potassium.
- Its tangy pulp flavours drinks without much added sugar.
How to eat it
Scoop pulp with seeds over curd or oats, or stir into water or sparkling water.
How much a day: 1–2 fruits.
Who should be careful
- Latex-fruit allergy: people allergic to latex may react.
- Unripe fruit is very sour and can upset the stomach.
Best season in India
Jul–Sep and Nov–Jan (North-East, Kerala, Karnataka). See the month-by-month seasonal chart →
Frequently asked questions
What are the health benefits of passion fruit?
Very high in fibre for a fruit (the seeds are edible). Is a source of vitamin C and vitamin A. Provides potassium.
How much passion fruit can I have a day?
1–2 fruits. Scoop pulp with seeds over curd or oats, or stir into water or sparkling water.
Who should be careful with passion fruit?
Latex-fruit allergy: people allergic to latex may react. Unripe fruit is very sour and can upset the stomach.
When is passion fruit in season in India?
Jul–Sep and Nov–Jan (North-East, Kerala, Karnataka).
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