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Some oranges are delicious. Some are nutritious. And then there’s the Cara Cara orange, lovingly known as the Pink Orange™ — a citrus variety that brings a whole lot more to the table than its beautiful blush-pink interior.

Cara Caras may look like regular navels on the outside, but slice one open and you’ll quickly see why they’ve earned their title. Their bright pink color comes from lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that gives them their signature glow and contributes to their health‑boosting benefits. 

But the magic hardly stops there.

A Vitamin C Powerhouse

One Cara Cara Navel orange delivers 100% of your recommended daily intake of vitamin C, making it an easy, delicious way to support your immune system and overall wellness. 

We’re not saying they wear capes… but we’re also not not saying that.

A Nutrient Lineup Worth Bragging About

Beyond vitamin C, Caras are stocked with nutrients your body loves — and needs:

Folate: Essential for healthy cell growth and development.

Fiber: Supports digestion and helps keep you feeling satisfied.

Potassium: Helps maintain electrolyte balance and brain and muscle function.

All of these nutrients are found in every juicy bite. 

Pretty on the Inside (Literally)

That rosy pink interior isn’t just Instagram-worthy; it comes from naturally occurring lycopene, the same antioxidant that gives tomatoes their color. Lycopene has been studied for its potential role in supporting heart health and reducing oxidative stress. And yes — it also makes every Cara Cara slice look extra charming. 

Why We Also Call It the Power Orange

When you combine:

✔ immune-supporting vitamin C
✔ folate for cell growth
✔ fiber for digestive wellness
✔ potassium for whole-body function
✔ antioxidant-rich lycopene

…you get an orange that checks every box, inside and out.

No wonder this variety has earned its nickname. In the world of citrus, the Cara Cara truly does it all.