The deep pink colour of the Cara Cara is due to the high concentration of lycopene compared to other oranges, which owe their red colour to anthocyanins. Lycopene is an antioxidant that helps reduce the risk of developing various types of cancer and heart disease.
Origin Italy-Sicily – Mixed size – Cat. I – No post-harvest treatment. Product subject to weight loss.
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Navel Cara Cara Oranges 3,5KG BOX.
16,90 €
The Navel Cara orange is a spontaneous mutation of the Washington Navel orange. It is a variety originating from the Hacienda of Cara Cara in Valencia (a city in Venezuela). The skin is a deep orange colour and due to the colour of the flesh, this variety is also known as ‘Pink-fleshed Navel’. The flesh is very juicy and has a sweet taste with a cherry aftertaste.
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- January.
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