Red apples, green pears, yellow bananas... But, Have you ever found blue fruits that you can eat? Although they are quite complicated to locate, the truth is that there are, not many, but there are some that are edible foods.
Now, what could they be? We leave you a list with several of them, not only so that they provide you with color and variety like fruits, but also because you can eat them and enjoy their flavor. Shall we start?
Quandong blue
You may have never heard of this fruit before, but the truth is that it exists and is produced by large, tall trees called blue marble trees, native to Australia (you find them in forests and savannahs). Its size is very similar to that of the olive, only, instead of green, it is blue.
Regarding its flavor, we must warn you: It is bitter and acidic. But it is edible. Only not everyone can consume it. Of course, if you are one of the few capable of eating it, know that it is very rich in vitamin C.
Blueberries
Blueberries are a much better known fruit, and perhaps one that comes to mind when you think of blue fruits that can be eaten. These are native to North America and their greatest characteristic is that bluish tone they have. They are mainly used with smoothies, yogurts, in desserts...
Eating them alone, if you like their flavor, is possible, although The normal thing is that they are mixed with something (for example, with ice cream they are very good, and the same in Macedonia). Among the properties they have is being an antioxidant and protecting your heart and brain. In addition, it has vitamins C, K and manganese.
Fingers of the dead
No, we have not made a mistake when naming this fruit. It's really called that. They come from a plant native to Australia, the dianella caerulea and it produces blue berries that are edible. But they are not berries like you may think; They are actually clusters where, inside, you find those berries.
It is for this reason that it is called that, fingers of a dead man, because They are very similar in length to fingers.
As for its flavor, few eat them raw; it is normally used to make some desserts such as gelatin. But they often say that he knows little.
blue banana
Have you ever seen a blue banana? Well before you say that that doesn't exist, the truth is that it does. And we find it in Spain. Specifically in the Canary Islands, where some bananas of the variety were planted some time ago. Musa blue java and, although they do not yet produce large quantities, the fruits are blue bananas.
And its flavor? Well They say it tastes like vanilla. In addition, among its properties are providing a lot of fiber, reducing inflammation and blood fats. Provides vitamin B6, vitamin C, magnesium and potassium. And before you ask, it's low in calories, so it can be used when you have a sweet craving.
Damascus plums
Less known, but it is possible to find them. They are characterized by being small and oval in shape. Of course, although it is edible, the truth is that not everyone tolerates them because they have a fairly strong acidity. That is why they are used as an ingredient to make liquor or jam.
Another name they sometimes receive is blueberries or blue apricots. And we must warn that It is a blue bordering on purple.
Its consumption is recommended to those who have problems going to the bathroom, due to the high quality of fiber.
blue grapes
You surely know black grapes and green grapes. Well, there are some blue grapes, for example the Concord variety, originally from the United States and used mainly to make Kosher wine.
They are very fresh, with a pleasant texture. But be careful, because It is not common to take them alone (because they are not that sweet). Even so, they can be eaten alone or used for wines, juices or even in jellies.
Moras
Blackberries tend to have a very strong bluish color that confuses them with purple. But in reality, they are blue fruits that can be eaten. They are sweeter than blueberries themselves and are packed with fiber, manganese, vitamin C and vitamin K. In fact, many scientists recommend consuming them daily to benefit from the properties they have.
blue tomato
At first you will say that a tomato is a vegetable, but in reality it is not like that. The blue tomato is a new variety, but one that many are falling in love with.. It has a very characteristic flavor and the blue is more intense the more sun it gets.
Regarding properties, thanks to anthocyanin, the blue tomato is rich in antioxidants.
blue figs
Like other fruits, there are also varieties of figs where you will find those with a purple or very dark blue hue. In fact, for many, they are the sweetest figs there are, and that is why many prefer to eat them alone. But don't worry, because you can do them too use for salads or to combine them with cheese because they are addictive.
Saskatoon Berries
These berries are other blue fruits that you can eat. Similar to blueberries, they are darker. They come from North America and their knowledge has an almond hint. In this case you can eat them raw or use them in some cooking recipes.
Açai
Like the previous ones, we also find some berries. They are dark blue in color and are produced by the açai palm tree, native to South America.
They are very rich in antioxidants, but They are not usually eaten raw, but are used in smoothies or bowls with other foods.
Black currants
Finally, among the blue fruits that can be eaten are black currants. You can eat these alone, dehydrated or in jam or juice, it will depend on how you like them.
They have a lot vitamin C, are antioxidants and also help avoid cell damage, chronic diseases and your heart.
You may be able to find more blue fruits that can be eaten, not many, but some more. Do you remember any? Have you tried it? We read you in comments.