Foods 1
Fruits - The mature part of
a flowering plant
A. The seed bearing part of a plant
B. A product of a tree or plant
containing the seed, used as a food
Video
Classification
A. Berries
o Fragile sell
structure
o Pulpy and juicy
o Tiny seeds
embedded in flesh
Ex. Blackberries,
cranberries,
strawberries and
grapes
B. Drupes
o Outer skin
covering a fleshy
fruit
o Single, hard stone
or pit
Ex. Cherries, plums,
apricots, peaches,
nectarines
C. Pommes
o Central core
containing seeds
o Surrounded by a
thick layer of
fruit
Ex. Apples, pears,
kiwis
D. Citrus Fruits
• Thick outer rind
• Thin membrane
separates the
flesh into
segments
• Grows in warm
climates
Ex. Oranges,
grapefruits, tangelos,
tangerines lemons, limes
E. Melons
oLarge juicy fruits
oThick skins
oMany seeds
Ex. Cantaloupe,
honeydew,
watermelon
F. Tropical Fruits
o Grown in warm
climates
o Differ in skin
composition and
seed
characteristics
Ex. Avocadoes, bananas,
pineapple, pomegranates,
dates, figs, mangos
Serving Size
How many servings of fruit should the
average person eat every day?
 1 – 2 ½ cups
Fruit Serving Sizes
 1 medium fruit
 ½ c. chopped raw, cooked, canned
 ¾ c. juice ( 100% juice)
Nutritional Value
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
High in vitamins, low in fat
Provide fiber
Best dietary source of Vitamin C
Good Source of Vitamin A
Moderate source of B - Vitamins
Which fruits are the best for the maximum nutrients?
 Fresh fruits with edible peels
How can we make sure that we get enough of all the
different nutrients from fruits?
 Eat a wide variety of fruits
Selecting Fresh Fruit
How do you select a quality fruit?
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
Firm to touch
Well-shaped
Heavy for their size
In good condition
Color
Fragrance
Choosing Fresh Fruit
FAQ’s
1. What does it mean to buy a fruit in
season?
 Grown and harvested during a
certain growing season
2. Why is it better to buy fruit in season?
 Lower cost, plentiful, and quality is
better
3. How long will most fruit last after it is
picked?
 1 week
FAQ’s
4. Why are some fruits picked ripe?

They ripen best on the vine or tree; don’t ripen well off
the tree
5. What fruits are picked ripe?
 Oranges, apples grapefruit
6. Why are some fruits picked when the are green or unripe?
 Will continue to ripen after they are picked; may fall off
the tree and bruise
7. What fruits are picked green or unripe?

Pears, peaches, bananas, cantaloupe

In a brown paper bag
8. How can you ripen fruits after buying them?
Preparing Fresh Fruit
Fruits can be cooked by:
• Simmering – fruits cooked in
moist heat and becomes soft
and the fruit breaks apart as
in applesauce
• Stewing - fruits cooked with
sugar or in a sugar syrup and
will retain their shape
• Baking – dry heat
• Microwaving
*Most fruits are delicious and enjoyable when eaten
raw. They retain their nutritive value.
What are some ways to
prepare fresh fruit?
 Jams
 Jellies
 Canned
 Syrup
 Juice
 Frozen
Cooking Tips
 Cook in larger pieces
 Use small amounts of water
 Cook only until fork tender
 Cook quickly
Storing Fresh Fruit
A. Never wash fruits before
storing them. Wait until
you’re ready to use them.
1. Room temperature
Underripe fruit, bananas
2. Refrigerator
All other fruit