Chinese Pomelo with Honey

Chinese Pomelo with Honey is a simple, refreshing dessert or snack made by combining segments of fresh pomelo with a drizzle of honey. The dish typically features just two main ingredients: the large, thick-skinned citrus fruit pomelo and a sweetener like honey or sometimes a light syrup. It is popular throughout China, especially during the Mid-Autumn Festival when pomelo is in season.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is low in fat and protein but contains natural sugars and carbohydrates from the fruit and honey. It is an excellent source of vitamin C and provides a good amount of dietary fiber and potassium, with a typical serving containing roughly 80-100 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	95 kcal
Protein	1.2 g
Carbs	24.5 g
Fat	0.1 g
Fiber	2.8 g
Sugar	19 g
Sodium	1 mg
Vitamin C	46 mg
Potassium	280 mg
Vitamin B6	0.08 mg
Magnesium	18 mg
Thiamine (B1)	0.05 mg
Folate	22 mcg
Manganese	0.1 mg
Copper	0.04 mg

Per 1 cup (200 g) of pomelo segments with 1 tablespoon (21 g) honey · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, pomelo is a symbol of prosperity and family unity in Chinese traditions, often featured in festival offerings. Nutritionally, the combination of pomelo's high vitamin C content with honey's potential soothing properties makes this a popular choice for supporting immune health.