FORMOSA PAPAYAS- A TASTE OF THE TROPICS

Formosa Papayas are a large variety with pretty orange flesh, a mild flavor and light fragrant aroma. The Formosa is ready to eat when the fruit has at least three stripes of yellow and is still mostly green. Cup fruit in your hand and if it is slightly soft, it is ready to eat. The ripeness indicator sticker makes it easy for the customer to know when it is ready to eat!

Papayas are easy to cut and enjoy!

·         Cut Papayas in half

·         Scoop out the seeds

·         Eat the pulp with a spoon  OR

·         Cut papaya into long slices (like a melon)

·         Add a squeeze of lime for a more flavorful eating experience!

Incredible Health Benefits

·         Papayas contain the super enzyme Papain which helps break down protein, aids in digestion and detoxifies the body

·         Papayas are fat-free and loaded with nutrients, including vitamin A & E,  antioxidants, folate, beta carotene, potassium, calcium and magnesium

·         Just one cup of papaya contains the daily vitamin C requirement

Storage and Ripening Tips

·         To speed up ripening, wrap the papaya in paper.

·         Store green papayas at room temperature

·         Ripe papayas can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 5 days