Naranjilla juice
Naranjilla juice, or jugo de naranjilla, is a refreshing tropical beverage made from the pulp of the naranjilla fruit (Solanum quitoense), a citrusy, orange-skinned fruit native to the Andean regions of South America. The juice is typically prepared by blending the fruit's pulp with water and sugar, then straining it to create a smooth, tangy drink.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This juice is a good source of carbohydrates, primarily from natural sugars, and provides essential nutrients like vitamin C and potassium. A typical serving contains around 100-120 calories, with minimal fat and protein.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 110 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Carbs | 27 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 22 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
| Vitamin C | 45 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Vitamin A | 120 IU |
| Calcium | 20 mg |
| Iron | 0.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
| Phosphorus | 30 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Naranjilla is often called the 'lulo' fruit and is prized for its unique flavor profile, which is a blend of citrus and tropical notes, sometimes described as a mix of pineapple and lime. Nutritionally, it is exceptionally high in vitamin C, offering more than an orange per serving, which supports immune function and skin health.
