Healthy Food Database

Corella Pear
Also referred to as the Forelle pear, this variety is great for eating fresh or used in salads. Although small in size, they make up for it with their sweet flavour and gorgeous appearance.

Note: If pear is peeled before eating, the salicylate levels are negated and the fruit is safe to eat.
Category: Fruit
In Season: Autumn Winter
To Buy:
Buy fresh from the greengrocer.
To Store:
Store in the fruit bowl until ripe, or if already ripe, store in the fridge until ready to eat.
Tips & Tricks:
When ripe, the Corella will be yellow with a red blush to the skin.
Cooking Tips:

Nutrition per 1 Unit:

Energy (kJ):
292
Low GI < 55:
Protein (g):
0.3
Saturated Fat, g :
0.0
Vitamin C:
Salicylates:
Moderate
Carbohydrates, g:
16.2
Fibre, g:
Fat (g):
0.1
Monosaturated Fat , g:
0.0
Amines:
Negligible
Glutamates:
n/a

Benefits the Following Health Conditions:*

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* This information is sourced by a qualified naturopath. It is non prescriptive and not intended as a cure for the condition. Recommended intake is not provided. It is no substitute for the advice and treatment of a professional practitioner.

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