Organics Unlimited offers a variety of exclusively organic tropical fruits throughout the year. Availability will vary based on growing conditions, but the chart below indicates approximately timing for each of our products.
Coconuts are available year-round, and are an excellent source of iron and fiber.
Pineapples are available in spring and summer. They are high in vitamin C and fiber, fat-free, very low in sodium and cholesterol-free. Gold pineapples, which we have available from our farms in Mexico, are the most popular variety.
How to Choose a Pineapple
Often, consumers don’t know what to look for when choosing a fresh pineapple. Here are some tips on how to select a perfect pineapple:
Color:Look for a golden color all the way around the fruit, especially near the base. It is still good and ripe if it has green on the upper portion. Stay away from a dark brown color as this means the fruit is overripe.
Scent: The bottom of the pineapple should have a sweet, fresh scent. If the aroma is too subtle, the pineapple is not ripe enough.
Crown: If the leaves at the crown look dried, this could mean the pineapple is overripe. Make sure the leaves look fresh.
How to Cut a Pineapple
Shoppers can be intimidated when it comes to buying fresh pineapple. Sure, nothing beats the juicy, delicious fruit, but carving through the tough-looking armor of the exterior can appear to be a daunting task. However, cutting a pineapple is quite simple. All you need is a sharp knife and a cutting board. 1. Place the pineapple on its side and cut off the stalk 2. Cut off the top and bottom of the pineapple 3. Stand the pineapple up and slice the skin off 4. Continue cutting all around the pineapple until all the skin is removed 5. Use the end of a potato peeler to remove any divots 6. Place the pineapple on its side and cut into rings 7. Cut the core out of each slice
Plantains are available year round. They are very low in Saturated Fat, Cholesterol and Sodium. Plantains are also a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin B6 and Potassium.
Red Bananas are available year round. They are a sweet, tasty alternative to our regular Cavendish bananas, and they're very high in Vitamin C.
