Lucuma

Pouteria lucuma

Delicious Caramel-Like Flavor • Low in Sugar • Fiber-Rich

Known as the “last gold of the Incas,” lucuma has been treasured across generations and remains one of the Andes’ most distinctive and beloved fruits.

Origen

Native to the Andean valleys of Peru, lucuma has thrived at high elevations for centuries, becoming an enduring part of the region’s rich agricultural and culinary heritage.

Usos tradicionales

Valued by ancient Peruvian cultures, lucuma was traditionally enjoyed as a nourishing food. Its distinctive flavor and golden flesh made the fruit a prized ingredient in local preparations.

Tipo botánico

Lucuma is the fruit of a long-lived evergreen tree native to the Andes. Beneath its distinctive green skin lies vibrant golden flesh with a naturally dry, creamy texture.

Historia y tradición

Lucuma has been treasured in Peru since ancient times, with depictions of the fruit found in pre-Columbian ceramics.Known as the “last gold of the Incas,” it remains deeply rooted in Peru’s culinary heritage.

Nutrientes y compuestos

Lucuma is naturally rich in fiber and provides iron and potassium.Its golden flesh also contains naturally occurring carotenoids and other plant compounds that contribute to its distinctive nutritional profile.

Versatilidad culinaria

Lucuma is enjoyed fresh in its native Peru, but the fruit is rarely available fresh elsewhere. Lucuma powder offers the next best thing, bringing its caramel-like flavor to smoothies, yogurt, snacks, desserts, and ice cream.

Productos de Lucuma HerbaZest

Lúcuma en Polvo

Sabor exótico: Su delicioso y exótico sabor, así como su bajo contenido de azúcar, satisfacen naturalmente el gusto por lo dulce, lo que la hace perfecta para un capricho sin culpa.
Lúcuma premium: Vegana, certificación orgánica por la USDA, libre de gluten y sin GMO.
Cultivada en su lugar de origen: Los valles andinos de Perú y obtenida directamente de agricultores locales.
Versátil y fácil de usar: Rico en fibra, es un delicioso complemente para batidos, yogures, bocadillos, postres, helados y ¡Mucho más!

Tamaño

1LB

2LB

$14.99