Pumpkin Delica

4.50


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The Delica Pumpkin is among the most loved and tasty Pumpkins in the world, highly sought after in Italy for the Gourmet Dishes that can be made with this extraordinary Vegetable. It is an earlier variety than the others, so much so that it already bears fruit in the middle of summer. Its weight varies from 1 kg to 1.50 kg and is highly appreciated both for its versatility in the kitchen and for its extraordinary organoleptic characteristics.

 

Delica is small, rounded, with a smooth, dark green skin and orange flesh. The flavor of the Pumpkin, once cooked, is very sweet. It is rich in Carotenes with Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, contains Calcium, Potassium, Sodium, Magnesium, Phosphorus and Vitamin E. In addition, it has diuretic and calming properties and a high number of fibers that help rebalance the intestinal flora.

 

The Delica Pumpkin was born from a cross of Japanese origins, it can be eaten whole: in addition to the Pulp, the Peel, Seeds, Leaves, Flowers and Sprouts are edible. The peel is excellent to cook in soups but also to be added to jams to give creaminess. The leaves, flowers and buds are perfect for flavoring pasta dishes and soups. Seeds are an excellent snack, light and low in calories, to be cooked in a pan or in the oven.

 

This Pumpkin, if whole, can be kept in the dark for 6 or 7 months without deteriorating, while once opened it must be consumed within 3 or 4 days.

 

One sachet of this delight contains 10 Seeds that will ensure you a good harvest.

 

Delica Pumpkin - Cucurbita Maxima

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