Pome
Pear
A soft, juicy fruit with a mellow sweetness and gentle texture.
Quick facts
- Scientific name
- Pyrus communis
- Origin
- Asia and Europe
- Season
- Autumn
- Colors
- green, yellow, brown
Nutrition
Approximate values per 100 g. Values can vary by variety and preparation.
- Calories57 kcal
- Carbohydrates15.2 g
- Fiber3.1 g
- Sugar9.8 g
- Vitamin C4.3 mg
Storage
Leave pears at room temperature until ripe, then refrigerate.
Ripeness
Ripe pears yield slightly near the stem and smell fragrant.
Growing
Pears do well in temperate climates with winter chill.
Freezing
Freeze slices for later baking.