Pomegranate Lefani
Pomegranate Lefani
- Medium to large, round fruit with a slightly flattened base, typically 8-12 cm (3-4.7 in) in diameter
- Average Weight: 300-500 gram (10.5-17.5 oz) per fruit
- Smooth, leathery rind ranging from light pink to deep salmon-red when ripe
- Abundant, plump arils (seeds) with translucent, ruby-red to pale pink juice sacs
- Sweet-tart flavor profile—balanced, refreshing, and less astringent than many traditional varieties
- High juice content and soft, edible seeds make it ideal for fresh eating, juicing, and culinary use
- Rich in antioxidants (especially punicalagins and anthocyanins), vitamin C, potassium, and fiber
- A premium Lebanese heirloom variety, primarily grown in the Lefan region, celebrated for its elegance, juiciness, and delicate taste
- Harvested in autumn, Lefani pomegranates are a symbol of quality and terroir in Mediterranean fruit culture
