20 Fruits That Start With Y (With Pictures and Facts)
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I’ve been on this journey for quite a while now, searching the globe (through the internet, of course), bringing assorted lists of all kinds of fruits that begin with all the letters of the alphabet and what a crazy trip it has been!
As the fruit enthusiast I’ve become, I’m pleased to present you with a delightful collection of fruits that start with the letter ‘Y’ today.
From the yellow passion fruit to yangmei, take a look at them below! I’ll also suggest some of my favourite recipes to try them in!
20 tasty fruits that start with Y
Yali pear
Yali pears, also known as Chinese pears, are medium-sized teardrop-shaped fruits with crisp, aromatic skin that are native to some countries in East Asia.
They have a sweet flavor and delicate texture which make them ideal for snacking and as a great addition to salads.
Botanically, this variety of Asian pear is known as Pyrus pyrifolia and is the most commercially cultivated pear in China.
Popularly known as the Chinese white pear, the ya pear is a crisp, uniquely shaped pear with pale skin. It’s much rounder than European pears with a texture that’s more like an apple’s and a sweet taste with floral notes.
The scientific name of this fruit is Pyrus × bretschneideri and is a good source of vitamins.
Also known as yumberry and the Chinese Bayberry, this small fruit is a sweet but sour fruit with a rough surface that has many small lumps.
Its colour varies from bright red to dark purple and its juicy flesh is rich in antioxidants.
Yangmei is a popular fruit in China and is often enjoyed fresh or made into jams and wines. It has the scientific name Morella rubra.
Yang Tao
A cultivar of the common starfruit, Yang Tao is a small round fruit with a tart but sweet flavor. It’s quite popular in some Asian countries like China and is often enjoyed fresh or used to make all kinds of sweet beverages.
Yangtao as it’s often spelled, is also known scientifically as Actinidia chinensis.
Yemenite citron
The Yemenite citron is a species of citrus fruit that looks a lot like a large lemon with a pointy nose on the exterior but has very little to no juice vesicles inside.
It is one of the largest varieties of citron and its candied peel has many uses in the food industry.
Yen Ben
This variety of lemon from Australia is small and greenish-yellow with a refreshing lemony, tangy taste. It is known for being more cold-tolerant than many other varieties of lemon and is regarded as a true lemon, hence has a more sour taste than other species.
The Yen Ben lemon is perfect for adding zest to your culinary creations and can be grown in home gardens. Yen ben has the scientific name Citrus x limon ‘Yen Ben’.
Yellow bell pepper
Although they are of immense culinary value, peppers are actually botanically classified as fruits and bell peppers are large colorful fruits with a firm texture.
Yellow bell peppers are sweet fruits with yellow flesh and a crunchy juicy flavor. They make fantastic additions to salads, stir fries and all other kinds of savory dishes.
Bell peppers are members of the Capsicum genus of flowering plants. They work really well as stuffed peppers.
Yellow elderberry
While most elderberries are dark purple, the Yellow Elderberry stands out with its orangish yellow hue.
Like other elderberries, they’re regarded as drupes and they have a slightly sweet to slightly bitter taste depending on the fruit and some other conditions.
Sambucus australasica is the scientific name of this fruit.
Yellow grapes
Yellow grape is an umbrella term for certain species of grapes that have a yellowish hue. The most known varieties of yellow grapes are the Dominga, yellow muscat and the centennial.
They are just as small, glossy and thin-skinned as other grapes and are pressed to make wines as well as all other different kinds of non-alcoholic beverages.
The scientific name of the common grape vine is Vitis vinifera.
Yellow mombin
I love this name.
A highly nutritional fruit, the yellow mombin is a small fruit with leathery skin that has a yellow color and is Native to the Americas.
Its pulp is thin and has a sweet but tart taste and can be eaten fresh or used to make all kinds of jams and beverages. The scientific name of this fruit is Spondias mombin.
Yellow passion fruit
We all need a little passion in our lives.
Also known as the golden passion fruit and sweet granadilla, this tropical delight is an edible fruit that can be had either raw or cooked into jams and all kinds of savoury dishes.
It has a firm yellow skin that’s often tinged with greenish spots and its gelatinous sweet but sharp-tasting pulp is packed with vitamins. The yellow passion fruit has the scientific name Passiflora edulis flavicarpa.
Yellow pitahaya
Also called Yellow Dragon Fruit, this vibrant fruit is visually stunning with its bright yellow skin and white flesh dotted with black seeds.
Its taste is subtly sweet, making it a delightful choice for fruit salads and smoothies. The scientific name of this fruit is Selenicereus megalanthus.
Extremely sweet with a high sugar content when ripe, the yellow plums are a variety of stone fruit with a yellow to yellowish green hue.
They are also known as mirabelle plums and are used to make all kinds of pastries like cakes and galettes and sweet treats like sorbets and jams. Mirabelle plums have the scientific name Prunus domestica subsp. syriaca.
Yellow sapote
Popularly known as canistel, the yellow sapote is a tropical fruit with dry flesh and skin that’s easy to peel away once it’s ripe. The canistel is also called the egg fruit because of its bright color that resembles that of an egg yolk.
It has many health benefits and is known scientifically as Pouteria campechiana. It’s often enjoyed fresh or used to make smoothies and desserts.
Yellow strawberry
The Yellow wonder alpine strawberries are much smaller brightly cream to yellow colored cousins of the regular strawberry.
Their taste and fragrance are regarded as superior to the popular red variety and they can grow in a wider range of climates.
These yellow strawberries are known as Fragaria vesca ‘Alpine Yellow’ scientifically.
Yellow watermelon
The yellow watermelon is a sweet and juicy variant of the common watermelon fruit with pinkish-red flesh. Its sweet flesh has a taste similar to that of honey with subtle notes of apricot.
This type of watermelon is also favored because of its flesh which has a vibrant golden hue that looks just as fantastic as it tastes. The scientific name of this fruit is Citrullus lanatus.
York Imperial apples
Known for its strange shape, this type of fruit was developed sometime in the 1800s and has a crisp texture with a sugary-tart flavor.
The york imperial apple is also medium to large in size and becomes sweeter in storage, making it ideal for all kinds of baked goods. They have the scientific name Malus pumila ‘York Imperial’.
Youngberry fruit
The youngberry fruit is a cross of the blackberry, raspberry and dewberry. It’s a small, juicy, shiny dark-colored hybrid fruit with a taste that’s similar to the boysenberry and loganberry.
Youngberries are botanically classified as Rubus ‘Youngberry’ and are regarded as a variety of blackberry. They can be eaten fresh or made into jams, used in pies and as garnishes for many kinds of desserts and sweet treats.
Yunnan hackberry fruit
Native to the Yunnan province of China, the Yunnan hackberry fruit is a small fruit that turns dark purple when it’s ripe. It has a taste that’s very similar to cranberries and is used to make treats.
They look like little cherries or grapes but they have an extremely sweet taste, juicy but crunchy flesh and are often compared to dates. The Yunnan hackberry is known as the Celtis occidentalis scientifically.
Yuzu fruit
One of the most common Japanese citrus fruits, yuzu is a tangy fruit that hails from East Asia.
It has a unique flavor profile as it’s tart like many other kinds of citrus, but is also slightly bitter like the grapefruit, as sweet as mandarin oranges and sour as lemons with hints of tangerine and lime.
Yuzu fruit is used for making Asian vinegar as well as seasonings and all kinds of sauces and desserts. Yuzu has the scientific name Citrus junos.
Conclusion
So there you have it – more than twenty amazing fruits that all start with the letter ‘Y.’ Whether you’re a fruit fanatic like me or simply looking to excite your palate, give these fantastic fruits a try, and I promise you won’t be disappointed!
These Rice and Bean Fajita Quesadillas are flavorful and easy to make. They’re cheesy, hearty, and filled with vegetables. The fajita filling can be prepared in advance, and it only takes about 10 minutes to cook the quesadillas. Serve them with your favorite toppings and enjoy for lunch or dinner.
Cheese quesadillas are really easy to make, and I enjoy them as quick snacks. But when it comes to quesadillas for lunch or dinner, I like them to have a little more substance to them. These Rice and Bean Fajita Quesadillas are packed with rice, black beans, and seasoned fajita peppers and onions. They’re filling, packed with protein, and great for any meal. Enjoy these quesadillas with your favorite toppings and tortilla chips.
Why You’ll Love This Filling Quesadilla Recipe
Packed with flavor – These fajita quesadillas get much of their flavor from the onions and peppers. I like to cook them all together in a frying pan until they’re sizzling and browned, just like at a restaurant. Cooking them down until they’re caramelized adds delicious flavor to this recipe.
Easy to make – This recipe may have a few more steps than a regular cheese quesadilla, but it’s all easy. Once you mix the fajita veggies with the rice and beans, you add them to the tortilla with some shredded cheese, and then the hot frying pan does the rest of the work. You can also make these quesadillas in the oven if you wish.
Great family meal – You may not think of a quesadilla as a full meal, but these fajita rice and bean quesadillas are really filling. I like to serve them with a side of chips and dip, along with my favorite quesadilla toppings (lettuce, salsa, sour cream, guacamole). You can make cheese quesadillas for kids, and chicken or beef can easily be added for any meat eaters.
Why Your Body Will Love These Hearty Quesadillas
Heart Health – Black beans contain a significant amount of soluble fiber, which helps decrease cholesterol absorption in the bloodstream. Lowering the “bad” cholesterol in the body can significantly reduce the chances of a stroke or heart attack.
Digestive Health – Black beans are high in insoluble fiber, which helps bulk up the digestive system and prevent constipation. The fiber in beans also acts as a prebiotic that feeds the good bacteria in the large intestine and carries out toxins in the system.
Immune Health – Bell peppers are high in Vitamin C, essential for keeping your immune system healthy and fighting off sickness. Vitamin C is also very beneficial in healing wounds and collagen production. Bell peppers are high in antioxidants, which also help protect the immune system. Antioxidants are molecules that can neutralize harmful free radicals, which otherwise can damage cells and tissues in our bodies.
Rice and Bean Fajita Quesadilla Recipe Ingredients
Peppers and Onion – Pepper and onion make up the fajita part of these quesadillas. I like to cook a variety of bell peppers, yellow onion, and spices together in a pan until they’re softened and beginning to brown. I have seen a few frozen fajita pepper and onion veggie mixes that may make this recipe a little easier. You can also buy packaged fajita seasoning instead of making your own.
Black Beans – I like to use black beans in this recipe, but pinto beans will also work well. Beans add extra protein and fiber to these quesadillas, helping them be more filling.
Rice – I use cooked white rice for this recipe. Brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice can also be used, though. You can omit the rice if you prefer.
Cheese – Any cheese can be used for these quesadillas. I usually use shredded Colby Jack, but you can also use pepper Jack or quesadilla cheese, which is made specifically for melting in quesadillas. Dairy-free cheese can also be used.
Tortillas – I use large burrito-sized flour tortillas for my quesadillas; you can make yours smaller if you like. Corn tortillas can also be used to make them gluten-free.
How To Make Vegetarian Fajita Quesadillas
Heat a large pan over medium heat and add the oil. Once hot, add the peppers, onions, and a pinch of salt. Mix and allow peppers and onions to cook until they are softened and starting to caramelize, about 5-7 minutes, stirring every so often to prevent burning.
Next, add the rice, beans, and fajita seasoning to the skillet and mix again until all ingredients are combined and the rice and beans are heated through. You can add a little extra oil, if needed.
Assemble your quesadillas: Lay a large tortilla flat and sprinkle about 1/4 cup shredded cheese onto just half of the tortilla. Top with about 1/3 cup of the fajita bean and rice mixture, and then another sprinkle of shredded cheese. Fold over the other side of the tortilla and press down.
Heat a large pan over medium heat and add butter, oil, or cooking spray. Place the quesadilla into the pan and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is crispy. Repeat with the remaining ingredients and enjoy fajita quesadillas with your favorite toppings.
Recipe Frequently Asked Questions
Make this recipe gluten-free by using gluten-free tortillas or corn tortillas.
Make this recipe vegan by using a meltable, shredded vegan cheese.
How should these quesadillas be served? You can eat them alone, or top with your favorite toppings and add a side of chips and dip for a more rounded meal.
Can quesadillas be cooked in the oven? Yes, they can easily be cooked in the oven. Just lay them flat on a large sheet pan and bake at 400 degrees F. for about 10-15 minutes.
How long do leftovers last? If stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator, they should last about 4-5 days. They can be reheated in the oven, frying pan, or microwave.
Are quesadillas freezer-friendly? Yes, but they may not hold up the best in the freezer. I suggest assembling the quesadillas just until you’re about to cook them, wrapping them tightly in plastic wrap, and placing them in an airtight freezer bag. I have found it works best to reheat the frozen quesadillas in the oven.
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These Rice and Bean Fajita Quesadillas are packed with flavor and easy to make. They’re cheesy, hearty and filled with vegetables. The fajita filling can be prepared ahead of time and then it only takes about 10 minutes to cook the quesadillas. Serve with your favorite toppings and enjoy for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil, or oil of choice
2 medium sized bell peppers, diced (whatever colors you prefer)
1/2 yellow onion, diced
1 cup cooked rice
1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
6–8 large flour tortillas
2 cups shredded cheese
Fajita Seasoning
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Heat a large pan over medium heat and add in the oil. Once hot, add in the peppers, onions an a pinch of salt. Mix together and allow peppers and onions to cook until they are softened and starting to caramelize, about 5-7 minutes, stirring every so often to prevent burning.
Next, add the rice, beans and fajita seasoning into the skillet and mix again until all ingredients are combined and the rice and beans are heated through. You can add a little extra oil in, if needed.
Assemble your quesadillas: lay large tortilla flat and sprinkle about 1/4 cup shredded cheese onto just half of the tortilla. Top with about 1/3 cup of the fajita bean and rice mixture and then top with another sprinkle of shredded cheese. Fold over the other side of the tortilla and press down.
Heat a large pan over medium heat and add butter, oil or cooking spray. Place quesadilla into the pan and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until cheese is melted and tortilla is crispy. Repeat with the remaining ingredients and enjoy fajita quesadillas with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Quesadilla can also be cooked on a large sheet pan in the oven.
Prep Time: 10 mins
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