Looking for a list of pink fruits for Valentine’s Day or a school project? Pink is one of my favorite colors. Add more pink into your daily life to attract more sweetness, love, and romance. Most pink fruits contain a high level of vitamin C, which is great to consume during winter months. Here’s a list of 30 gorgeous pink fruits to add some sweetness and nutrition to your diet.
1. Dragon Fruit (Pitaya)
It may surprise you, but dragon fruits (at least the ones available in the United States) aren’t that tasty. To me, they taste like water. This exotic fruit is often found in Southeast Asia and Latin America. The skin is usually bright pink skin with white or pink flesh with tiny black seeds. The yellow dragon fruits are much more tastier and often used as a laxative.
2. Lychee: My Favorite Pink Fruit
Lychees have a bumpy pinkish-red outer shell and sweet, translucent flesh inside. They’re juicy, fragrant fruits loaded with vitamins and antioxidants. However, the seeds are poisonous, so please avoid consuming them. Some of the most popular places to find lychees are China, Madagascar, Vietnam, and South Africa.
3. Pink Lady Apples
Known for their blush pink skin and tart flavor, Pink Lady apples are a delicious snack high in fiber and vitamin C. Their crisp, slightly tangy taste makes them perfect for baking and salads.
John Cripps, an Australian plant breeder with a great idea, cross-bred the Golden Delicious and a Lady Williams to create Pink Lady Apples in 1973. If you want to pick your apples, check out these Apple orchards in Virginia.
4. Pink Guava
With soft pink flesh and a tropical, sweet flavor, pink guava is a fruit often enjoyed in juices or eaten raw. It’s rich in vitamin C and dietary fiber.
5. Raspberry
Tiny but mighty, raspberries are a deep pink fruit that pack a punch of flavor and nutrients. They are rich in antioxidants, fiber, and vitamin C.
6. Watermelon
Watermelons are mostly associated with red, but certain varieties have pink flesh. This hydrating fruit is full of vitamins A and C and is perfect for hot summer days. If you every run across a yellow watermelon, please try it. I find yellow watermelon to taste a bit like honey.
One interesting fact about watermelon is that it was primarily sold by the African American community in segregated America.
7. Pink Grapefruit
Some people say that one grapefruit a day keeps high blood pressure away. Pink grapefruit is a bright, tangy citrus fruit that is a great vitamin C, potassium, and fiber source. Its zesty taste is best served with extra sugar on top, in salads, or freshly pressed juice.
8. Pomegranate
While the skin of a pomegranate is deep crimson, the seeds inside have a rich pink color. These tiny jewels are packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. The juice can be a bit tart, with a slight hint of sweetness. One of my favorite ways to consume pomegranate is by using pomegranate molasses in cooking.
One interesting fact is that pomegranates can last a few months in the refrigerator when left uncut. The best season for pomegranates in the United States is September to November.
9. Pink Pineapple (Pinkglow)
A rare find, pink pineapples are genetically modified versions of regular pineapples, with pink flesh and a slightly sweeter flavor. After buying one, I don’t think it’s worth the high price. It doesn’t taste much different from regular pineapple at all. If you wore a bandanna over your eyes, I don’t think you could tell the difference. For now, I think Antigua’s Black Pineapple is the sweetest in the world.
10. Pink Banana
An interesting variety of bananas, these fruits have pinkish skin. They are smaller and sweeter than the common yellow banana and make for an excellent snack.
11. Pink Currant
These tart, juicy berries grow in clusters and are often used in jams and desserts. Pink currants are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants.
12. Strawberry
The quintessential pink fruit, strawberries are versatile, sweet, and loaded with vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants. They’re perfect for desserts, smoothies, or just as a fresh snack.
13. Mangosteen
While the outer shell of a mangosteen is deep purple, the flesh inside can have a slight pink tint. This tropical fruit is sweet, tangy, and full of vitamin. This fruit is addictive and super sweet. It reminded me of a pineapple and mango combined.
14. Pink Prickly Pear
Also known as cactus fruit, the pink prickly pear has soft, sweet flesh that’s rich in vitamins and fiber. It’s commonly eaten raw or used to make jams and jellies.
15. Pink Starfruit (Carambola)
Starfruit is known for its star shape when sliced, and certain varieties come with a pink tint. It’s sweet, tart, and packed with vitamin C.
16. Blood Orange
Blood oranges often have a mix of red and pink flesh. This citrus fruit is sweeter than regular oranges and high in antioxidants, vitamin C, and fiber.
17. Pink Mulberry
Pink mulberries are a delicate, sweet-tasting fruit. They’re rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals and are often used in jams or dried for snacking.
18. Rambutan
With a spiky pink outer shell and juicy, lychee-like flesh, rambutans are a sweet, tropical treat. They’re rich in vitamin C, copper, and manganese.
19. Pink Peppercorn
While technically a berry, pink peppercorns are often used as a spice. They add a fruity and slightly spicy flavor to dishes, offering not only taste but also antioxidants.
20. Pink Lemon
Pink lemons have a green and yellow-striped outer skin with light pink flesh inside. They are sweeter than regular lemons, making them perfect for lemonade or desserts.
21. Pink Fig
Certain varieties of figs, such as the Adriatic fig, have pinkish flesh inside. They’re a sweet, fibrous fruit packed with vitamins and minerals.
Years ago, there was a rumor that figs aren’t vegan due to the process wasps pay in fertilization but that has been proved to be false.
22. Pink Champagne Blueberry
A unique variety of blueberry with a blush-pink hue, this fruit has a similar sweet and tangy flavor to the traditional blueberry but is less common.
23. Pink Passion Fruit
While passion fruit usually has a purple or yellow exterior, certain varieties boast a pinkish-red hue. Inside, they are tangy and packed with vitamin C.
24. Pink Olives
Pink olives are rare and a bit of a novelty. They can have a sweet, mild flavor and are typically cured for consumption.
25. Pink Persimmon
Certain persimmon varieties take on a pinkish hue when ripe. They are sweet and can be eaten raw or used in desserts and salads. I prefer eating persimmon when they are soft to the touch. They have a unique cinnamon taste to me. The best place to buy them are at Asian markets.
Why Pink Fruits Are Amazing for Your Health
Pink fruits are not just a delight to the eyes—they’re also very good for you. They’re often loaded with vitamin C, potassium and other minerals that promote a healthy diet. Plus, the natural sugars found in pink fruits can satisfy your sweet tooth in a healthy way.
Whether you’re looking to add more color to your plate or create a romantic charcuterie board, pink fruits are a great addition to the menu.
