Pineapple Tomato

What Is Pineapple Tomato?

Pineapple tomato is a large heirloom tomato variety (Solanum lycopersicum). It gets its name from the red-orange marbled patterns on a yellow background that appear when sliced, resembling pineapple flesh; its taste is unrelated to pineapple.

It is one of the largest of the beefsteak-type tomatoes, reaching up to 500 g. It has a low acid ratio, dense flesh, and a distinctly sweet taste; it is considered to have a more complex flavor profile than commercial hybrid tomatoes.

Nutritional Values of Pineapple Tomato

100 g of raw pineapple tomato contains around 18 kcal of energy, 3.9 g carbohydrate, and 1.2 g fiber; like standard tomatoes, it is rich in vitamin C. Values are approximate.

How Should Pineapple Tomato Be Consumed?

Pineapple tomato can be considered part of a balanced diet as a low-calorie source of vitamin C; it tastes best raw, sliced.

This information is general; pineapple tomato is a food, not a substitute for medical treatment.

How to Choose Pineapple Tomato?

A good pineapple tomato has yellow skin marbled with red, a taut texture, and a weight that fills the hand. Ones that are cracked or overly softened should be avoided.

• Skin should be yellow marbled with red-orange
• Should have a taut texture and hand-filling weight
• Should be crack-free and unbruised

How to Store Pineapple Tomato?

Pineapple tomato is stored at room temperature in a cool place for a few days; refrigerator cold dulls its taste and texture.

Using Pineapple Tomato in the Kitchen

Pineapple tomato is most often used raw, sliced with simple salt and olive oil, in mixed colorful tomato platters, and in large sandwiches (thanks to its large cross-section); its size makes it ideal for slicing recipes.

Does Pineapple Tomato Taste Like Pineapple?

No; the name comes only from the visual resemblance (the color pattern that appears when cut). Its taste is a sweet-rich tomato flavor, without pineapple aroma.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pineapple tomato different from other heirloom tomatoes?

It is a variety of the same heirloom tomato family; what distinguishes it is its size and characteristic yellow-red streaked color pattern.

Is pineapple tomato used for sauce?

Due to its juicy-fleshy structure it is more suited to raw consumption; for sauce, low-juice varieties like Roma or San Marzano are preferred.

Is pineapple tomato available in Turkey?

It is not widespread; it can be found among heirloom seed growers and some boutique producers.