Lighten up with citrus

Vegetarian Journal, Jan-Feb, 2005 by Debra Daniels-Zeller

PUMMELO (POMELO, SHADDOCK)

The pummelo, which originated in Malaysia, is the world's largest citrus fruit. It looks like a large green grapefruit, but its flavor is more acidic and bitter. It is also less juicy. Combine it with oranges and dates for a salad, or drizzle a little agave nectar on top and eat it like you would grapefruit.

TANGELO

A hybrid between a mandarin and a grapefruit, mineola tangelos are the most visible variety. These fruits are easy to peel and quite juicy with a little more tartness than mandarins. Tangelos are great in marinades and salad dressings. The juice and zest are good cooked in a rice pilaf or added to a savory black bean soup. Like oranges, tangelos add flavor to quick breads, cookies, and desserts.

UGLI FRUIT

Ugli fruit, a native of Jamaica, is a cross between a grapefruit and mandarin. It looks a little like a lumpy, puffy grapefruit, but it is sweeter than grapefruit and almost seedless. Available in specialty markets, enjoy it like you would grapefruit.