How to Cut Dragon Fruit
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How to Cut Dragon Fruit
Description
To cut a dragon fruit, slice it lengthwise on a cutting board using a sharp knife. Carefully scoop out the flesh with a large spoon from each half, discarding the skin. The flesh can then be sliced thinly, cut into wedges following the fruit's curvature, or chopped into bite-sized cubes from wedges, depending on preference.
Each cutting method prepares the fruit for serving in different ways: thin slices are suitable for salads or garnishes, wedges are easy to handle for snacking, and cubes are convenient for mixing into fruit salads or desserts.
Ingredients
- 1 dragon fruit
Instructions
- Lay the dragon fruit on its side on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, slice the dragon fruit in half lengthwise.
- Use a large spoon to carefully scoop out the flesh into two large halves. Discard the dragon fruit skin.
- Cut into desired shapes and sizes. These are my favorite three cuts:
- Thin slices: Turn the dragon fruit cut side down, then cut thin slices crosswise from the top to the bottom.
- Wedges: Turn the dragon fruit cut side down, then cut wide slices around the curvature of the dragon fruit in the opposite direction as the top and bottom of the fruit.
- Bite Sized Cubes: Follow the steps for cutting the dragon fruit into wedges and then cut each wedge into bite-sized chunks.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 60 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 60kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Sodium | 60mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.