Ever try a satsuma? Chances are, you have, but you may not have realized it.

Satsumas, which take their name from the region in Japan where they were traditionally grown, are small, sweet, seedless citrus fruits. They are members of the mandarin orange family, along with clementines, tangerines, and other popular varieties. In fact, they can be hard to distinguish from the others, aside from the fact that, unlike tangerines, satsumas are always seedless.

The fruit features a thin, leathery skin that is relatively easy to peel, compared to other citrus fruits. This makes them a popular on-the-go snack, because they are portable and produce less mess than a traditional orange.

Satsumas are also the type of fruit most commonly used to make canned mandarin orange slices. They are also often found in salads, usually paired with blue cheese or other bold flavors.

Though small in size, satsumas are big in nutritional value. An average satsuma contains only 50 calories, but provides more than 100% of the daily-recommended amount of vitamin C. It is also high in calcium, fiber, thiamine, and folate.

Here are some recipes to help you enjoy these sweet, tangy fruits!

Grilled Shrimp & Satsuma Salad

Middle Eastern Couscous with Satsumas

Satsuma Sticky Bread

Jaime McLeod is a longtime journalist who has written for a wide variety of newspapers, magazines, and websites, including MTV.com. She enjoys the outdoors, growing and eating organic food, and is interested in all aspects of natural wellness.

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