Pear Tomatoes

In Frutas Charito we have the pear tomato, in bulk format. The pear tomato is a smooth tomato with elongated shape, hard skin and has a bright red color, it is very fleshy, sweet and aromatic. For its conservation, if it has been bought green and needs to ripen, keep preferably out of the refrigerator in a cool place and protected from light, if it is ripe it is recommended to keep it in the less cold part of the refrigerator.

The pear tomato is one of the most appreciated tomatoes in summer for the preparation of refreshing gazpachos and Salmorejo. It is also used for cooking and making sauces and preserves. It is a product that is encouraged to consume for its many advantages and that, although it arrives clean, it is recommended to wash properly before consuming in salads, fried foods and gazpacho.

Nutritional Information

Portion100 gr.

Energy 75 kj.

Calories 18 kcal.m

Fat 0,2 gr.

Saturated Fat 0,046 gr.

Monounsaturated Fat 0,051 gr.

Polyunsaturated Fat 0,135 gr.

Carbohydrates 3,92 gr.

Sugar 2,63 gr.

Fiber 1,2 gr.

Protein 0,88 gr.

Sodium 5 mg.

Cholesterol 0 mg.

Potassium 237 mg.

what is the Pear Tomato?

The pear tomato plant (Solanum lycopersicum) is a dicotyledonous plant belonging to the Solanaceae family, red in color. Most varieties are large with fleshy pulp, but depending on the ripening varies from yellow to red due to the degradation of chlorophyll and the development of carotenoid pigments (yellow-orange) and lycopenes (typical pigment of this fruit).

Properties of the pear tomato

The pear tomato is rich in Vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant, vitamin A and E, phosphorus, calcium, zinc, magnesium, potassium, sodium and manganese.

Benefits of Pear Tomatoes

• It takes care of your skin because it contains a large amount of antioxidant properties. It is also a natural remedy against aging.
• Pear tomato also prevents constipation thanks to its fiber content.
• Natural moisturizer: This tomato has a high water content, so many people incorporate it in their diets.

Types of Tomatoes

Among the most commercialized tomatoes we have and you can find in our store Frutas Charito: Daniela, Rama, Pear, Raf, Label Vasco, Cherry, Rosa and Spreadable Tomato.

Pear Tomato Recipe

It is ideal for making tomato juice where we will keep all the properties of this exquisite vegetable. Among others, you can make:

• Pear tomato salad with anchovies and raisins.
• Tomatoes au gratin stuffed with prawns.
• Homemade and natural tomato sauce.
• Cold watermelon and tomato soup.
• Roasted pear tomato with garlic and parsley.
• Pear tomato cooked and seasoned.
• Pear tomato au gratin with cheese.
• Preserved pear tomatoes.
• Tomato stuffed with avocado and tuna.
• Strawberry gazpacho with tomato granita.