Florida Farm to School FACT SHEET
Florida SATSUMA
1 Did You Nutrition at Home Satsumas are part of the mandarin orange family, which also Know? includes clementines and tangerines. They are identified by their • Satsumas are mostly grown in (1) Jackson smooth, lightly attached skin, known as “zipper-skin,” that makes and (2) Collier counties, but they are also them easy to peel. Satsumas are often eaten as a snack out of the found in some parts of central and hand but can be added to salads, smoothies and stir-fries. northern Florida. • Satsuma mandarins may have originated in 2 China, but it was first reported in Japan more than 700 years ago. They were first recorded in Classroom Recipe Florida in 1876 by George R. Hall. Kale Salad with Citrus Dressing Serves 8-10 • Satsumas have very few, if any, seeds and up to a dozen segments. • 1 bunch curly kale – • 1 tablespoon apple cider As a satsuma matures the rind becomes increasingly bumpy. washed and dried vinegar • Satsumas are an excellent source of immune-boosting vitamin C. • ½ cup Florida citrus juice • 1 tablespoon Florida honey • 3 tablespoons extra virgin • Salt and pepper to taste • The satsuma is parthenocarpic (develops fruit without olive oil • 1 cup Florida citrus segments fertilization, often resulting in the production of seedless fruit) • 1 clove minced garlic and does not require pollination by other citrus cultivars. • 1 cup sliced Florida strawberries • 1 tablespoon fresh squeezed • ½ cup sunflower seeds(optional) • The white citrus flowers are considered the “perfect flower” Florida lemon juice because they obtain both male and female parts. 1. Strip kale leaves from the stem and tear into bite size pieces. • Satsumas are one of the first citrus varieties to ripen. The longer Place pieces in gallon zip-lock bag. satsumas are left on the tree, the sweeter they will become. 2. Put tangerine juice, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, vinegar, honey, salt and pepper in a glass jar with a tight fitting lid. Shake vigorously until mixed. 3. Pour dressing into bag with kale and massage until evenly distributed. 4. Place kale in bowl and top with Florida citrus segments, sliced strawberries and sunflower seeds.
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Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Florida Farm to School Fact Sheet
Growing Satsumas NutritionNutrition Data Data
• Satsuma trees are a cold hardy variety of citrus The Nutrition Facts Label that is fairly resistant to unfavorable winter Nutrition Facts will soon be getting a Serving Size: 1 satsuma weather conditions. new look! The amount Amount Per Serving of calcium and iron in a • Satsuma trees are a great Calories 35 Calories from Fat 0 food or beverage will still % Daily Value* addition to any school or Total Fat 0g 0% be listed on the label; Saturated Fat 0g 0% home garden. They can however, Vitamin D and Trans Fat 0g even be grown in large Cholesterol 0mg 0% potassium will soon Sodium 2mg 0% containers or pots. replace vitamins A and Total Carbohydrate 12g 4% C. Although listing the Dietary Fiber 2g 6% • This citrus fruit is in- Sugars 9g amounts of vitamins A Protein 1g season from October and C will no longer be Vitamin A 4% • Vitamin C 30% to December. Look for required, they may still Calcium 3% • Iron 1% *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 Florida Satsumas at your calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or be included on a lower depending on your calorie needs. local grocery store or voluntary basis. farmer’s market.
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• Satsuma mandarins are a tasty treat - easy to Satsumas are an excellent source of immune- peel and ready to eat! boosting vitamin C. Vitamin C is crucial to the synthesis of collagen in the body, which helps heal • Choose a fruit that is firm and heavy. The skin wounds and holds together our tendons, ligaments, should be fairly smooth and may have slight bones and blood vessels. greening or a rough brown patch, which will not affect the quality of the satsuma. Vitamin C also plays a role iron absorption, helping the body retain • One satsuma has approximately 35-50 calories. more of this essential mineral. • For a sweet and tangy flavor, use satsuma juice in a homemade vinaigrette recipe.
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