Availability

Available year-round.

Varieties

Grapefruit is divided into seeded and seedless, and white and pink categories.

• The flesh ranges in colour from yellowish-white to pink to ruby red.
• All have a tart, refreshing flavour that is delicious in salads and desserts or enjoyed on its own.

Purchasing

• Select grapefruit that are heavy for their size—an indication of juiciness.
• When gently squeezed, they should feel firm, yet springy.
• The peel should be shiny and smooth; avoid any with soft spots. Small blemishes do not indicate poor quality.
• Depending on the variety, the yellow peel may have a slight pink blush.
• 1 medium grapefruit is equivalent to the following:
  - 2/3 cup juice
  - 1 cup bite sized pieces
  - 10 to 12 sections
  - 4 tsp. grated peel

Storage

• For maximum freshness, refrigerate grapefruit in a plastic bag for up to 2 weeks.
• Or, store them at a cool room temperature for several days.

Preparation / Cooking

• Grapefruit will be juicier and taste sweeter if brought to room temperature before serving.
• Even if the peel is discarded, wash grapefruit thoroughly before cutting, peeling or zesting to remove any wax or pesticide residues.
• To serve grapefruit halves, use a serrated grapefruit or paring knife to release the triangular segments from the peel and membranes.
• Sectioning grapefruit removes the peel, pith and membranes from each grapefruit section. This makes them more attractive and easier to eat in salads and other dishes. To section grapefruit:
  - Cut a 1/2-inch-thick slice off both the top and bottom ends of the fruit.
  - Cut the peel and white pith away from the fruit with sharp paring knife, using a downward motion that follows the shape of the fruit.
  - Working over a bowl to catch the juice, cut down on either side of each membrane and lift out the grapefruit section.

Tips

• Grill or broil grapefruit slices to serve with cooked fish, pork or chicken.
• Brush the fruit with your favourite Kraft Barbecue Sauce or Kraft Dressing during cooking.
• Add grapefruit sections to fruit or green salads for a burst of refreshing flavour.
• Add grapefruit sections to your favourite molded Jell-O Brand Lemon or Orange Flavour Gelatin salad.
• Sprinkle grapefruit halves with ground cinnamon and brown sugar, then broil and top with yogurt for an easy dessert or breakfast treat.
• Squeeze grapefruit and add the juice to your favourite smoothie.
• Use grapefruit juice in place of lemon juice or vinegar in homemade salad dressings.
• Grapefruit can be substituted for oranges or pineapple in many recipes.