A fond memory of this summer...
Water apple (or rose apple at some places) is a tropical fruit, that is native to Southeast Asia and we have two varieties available locally - the white one and the red one. I am a big fan of the red one, as it not only tastes better, but also has aesthetically tempting look.
As you can see, they first evolve in white color but as they grow, their skin slowly turns red.
Some closer looks :
Apart from their taste and crispiness, they have high water content, which aids in hydration and is a perfect snacks for summer. And they have pretty good source of several health benefits like dietary fiber, Vitamin C, Potassium etc. The day being bigger, I keep searching something to eat while working, and having this in our own garden is a bonus. The only pain is to go and collect them from the plant, before the birds scratch them out. Interestingly I feel they have also become clever, by not eating them entirely and scratching - may be they know, we won't take them away, so that's kind of remain reserved for them.
So I keep collecting them in every few days, can't resist eating few on the spot though.
Wash them and drain the water, keeping them ready to eat - they don't last for more than two days but we are equally capable to finish them fast :)
And then the snack is ready to be served - no special processing necessary, just cut into pieces and you will love each bite. And I have been so possessive having this fruit that, unless someone asks, I don't want to give them, because most part of it goes to the environment - to the birds....
As I have been working from home for more than a decade, Home is my workplace and having such a green space around me with so many organic fruits helps the vibe a lot by making me energetic and occupied with not only work but also increase my appetite for these gifts from nature. Of late I think, enjoying food is another small little thing having a very big impact on our life, bringing inner happiness.
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