15 Amazing 4-Letter Fruits (The Complete List!)

You know that feeling when you do a crossword puzzle, and the answer feels obvious, but then you discover it’s a foreign and unknown filler word? It happens a lot.

In this article, we’ll cover 15 amazing 4-letter fruits to help fill your crossword puzzle (or your belly). Let’s dig in!

Açaí

Açaí berries became a hot topic in the early 2000s when they sparked a superfood craze. These delicious, nutritious berries are found in Central and South America. They grow on açaí palm trees, where they’re an important part of Amazonian indigenous culture.

The craze caused overharvesting and damage to the Amazon rainforest. While these berries are healthy, the superfood label is all marketing, so please consume responsibly.

Akee

Sometimes written as “ackee” or “acki,” the akee fruit is closely related to lychee and can be found in West Africa. It’s also Jamaica’s national fruit and pairs well with salted fish.

Akee has a subtle legume flavor with a touch of sweetness, making it ideal to pair with salty and sweet dishes.

Bael

Native to India, bael fruit can also be found in the surrounding countries of Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Thailand. The tree is considered sacred and is nearly threatened in its natural environment.

Bael fruit tastes similar to apples, with a sweet, tart flavor. It also goes by the name stone apple or wood apple.

Caju

Did you know that cashews grow at the bottom of an apple-like fruit? This delicious fruit grows naturally in South America and is often called “caju” by the locals or “cashew apples” in English.

The apple portion of the caju fruit is sweet and juicy, making it an excellent standalone snack or an addition to jams and baked goods.

Date

There’s a common misconception that dates are a dried version of something else, similar to grapes and raisins. However, dates grow on date palm trees in Northern Africa and Southern Asia.

Dates are sweet and delicious, with plenty of fiber and nutrients, making them a heart-smart snack to satisfy cravings.

Kaki

Also known as the persimmon, this delicious fruit hails from Japan and China. Kaki persimmons are the most popular and widely distributed cultivar.

Kaki has a mild, sweet flavor with a touch of spice and a dense, meaty texture.

Kiwi

Despite the name, kiwi aren’t native to New Zealand. They grew wild in China and were imported to New Zealand in the 20th century, where they became a primary crop for exportation.

Kiwi has a sweet, acidic taste that’s refreshing and tangy.

Lime

While limes are often associated with Southern cuisine, such as key lime pie, they are believed to originate from Asia. However, they now grow in many subtropical locations around the world.

Limes are tart and acidic with a bright flavor that helps cut through heavy dishes and adds some zest!

Naag

Also known as Nag phal or crunchy pear, this delicious fruit hails from India. It boasts a soft, sweet flavor with a crunch that makes it tasty as a standalone snack or when added to salads and desserts.

Pear

Pears are another of the best-known 4-letter fruits. With several species to choose from, there’s a perfect pear for every snack, meal, baked good, or beverage. These fruits have a mild, sweet taste with a texture that varies depending on the cultivar.

Plum

Another well-known 4-letter fruit, historians believe plums date back thousands of years. They originally grew around the Caucasus Mountains and were brought to North America with early settlers.

Plums have varying tastes, ranging from sweet to tart. You can eat them fresh or dry them to make prunes.

Tuna

Not to be confused with the chicken of the sea, this tuna is the local name for prickly pear in Central and South America. Tuna fruit is popular in traditional Mexican cuisine with a sweet, mild, melon-like taste.

Ugli

Don’t let the name (or appearance) fool you; ugli fruit are delicious. While their lumpy appearance may be offputting, this citrus fruit is a delightful hybrid of grapefruit, orange, and tangerine. The ugli fruit is native to Jamaica and has a sweet, tangy citrus taste.

Ugni

Ugni fruit is native to Chile and Argentina. It also goes by the name “Chilean guava berry.” People compare the taste of this delicious berry to strawberries and cream, noting a sweet, rich profile. Others compare it to guava or passionfruit. Either way, it’s a delicious, nutritious snack!

Yuzu

The sour, tangy yuzu grows natively in China, Japan, and Korea. It’s quite strong with an overpowering sour flavor, making it ideal for cutting through rich dishes.

The problem is that yuzu importation is illegal in the United States due to concerns about crop disease transmission. However, some farms grow yuzu domestically in California.

Summary of 4-Letter Fruits

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