From Early Gold mango and eggplant (yes, eggplant!) to elephant apple, see all 19 fruits that start with the letter e.
1. Early Gold Mango
The Early Gold (or Earlygold) is a type of mango from Pine Island, Florida. It ripens between May and June, which is considered to be early in the season. That’s how it got its name.
Like other mango varieties, the Early Gold has an oblong shape. It has a sweet taste and dark yellow flesh.
A great source of fiber and vitamin C, mangos (like the Early Gold variety) are high in essential nutrients.
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2. Enterprise Apple (Chalta)
A bright red fruit, the Enterprise apple is a large variety. They look similar to McIntosh apples and have a glossy peel.
Enterprise apples ripen in late October, so they’ll likely be available in stores around the. You can keep them in the fridge for a long time, about 3 to 6 months.
Apples, including Enterprise apples, are high in fiber, vitamin C, and magnesium. They’re some of the healthiest fruits you can eat.
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3. Eggfruit
Eggfruit, also known as canistel fruit, is native to Mexico and South America. It has a round-oval shape and orange-yellow color, which looks similar to egg yolk.
The texture of eggfruit is creamy, dry, and said to be like a baked potato. Its flavor is also super sweet and rich, making the eggfruit a unique fruit.
Rich in vitamin C, eggfruit is great for the immune system. It even has some calcium, which is an important mineral for healthy bones.
4. Eggplant
Although eggplant is eaten as a vegetable, it’s actually a fruit. In fact, it’s considered a berry in botany.
Native to South Asia, grows in warm weather. It’s shaped like an egg (which is why it’s called eggplant!) and has a glossy, dark purple peel.
Eggplants provide many important nutrients, including potassium and folate. It’s also high in fiber, a key nutrient for good digestion.
5. Elands Sour Fig
As the name suggests, the Elands sour fig has a sour and tart taste. It grows in South Africa, where it’s enjoyed fresh, dried, or made into jam.
The Elands sour fig grows on a succulent that’s bright purple. In South Africa, it’s harvested between November and March, and it’s often used for medicinal purposes.
6. Emblica
Emblica is also known as amla fruit or Indian gooseberry. It’s a tropical fruit native to India, where it’s used in both medicine and cooking.
The fruit is green-yellow and round, about the size of a golf ball. It also has a sour flavor that works well in recipes like pies and jam
Since emblica are very high in vitamin C, they’re great for immunity, wound healing, and skin health. Additionally, the fruit is rich in antioxidants like polyphenols and flavonoids.
7. Elderberry
There are many types of elderberries, but the most common variety is native to Europe. It’s also known as black elder or European elderberry.
Elderberries are small blue-black fruits that grow on trees. They’re very tart, so they’re typically cooked and sweetened in recipes.
As far as food goes, the berries are often used in jams, juice, wine, and pie. You can also find them in many immune-boosting products, like syrups and lozenges, because they’re high in vitamin C and antioxidants.
8. Emu Apple Fruit
The Emu apple is a small, round apple that’s native to Australia. Like other apples, it grows on trees and is high in fiber and antioxidants, including lycopene.
Also known as the bush tomato, the Emu apple has a tangy taste, so it’s allowed to ripen on the ground before eating. This helps reduce the intense sour and acidic flavor.
9. Eastern Hawthorn Fruit
Found in the southeastern region of the United States, eastern hawthorn is a small red fruit. It’s small and round like cranberries, though it’s not a berry.
The fruit is also called Chinese hawthorn, Shan Zha, or mayhaw. It’s also related to apples and roses.
Since eastern hawthorn fruits are very tart, they’re typically combined with sugar in recipes like jams and sweet desserts.
10. Evergreen Huckleberry
The evergreen huckleberry, or California huckleberry, is a North American fruit that grows on shrubs. It has a black-dark purple color and look similar to blueberries.
Huckleberries are slightly sweeter than blueberries, though the taste is still mild. Common uses include jellies, jams, and desserts like pies, cobblers, and muffins.
As with many other berries, huckleberries are impressive sources of vitamin C, fiber, antioxidants, and minerals. They’re in season in between August and September.
11. Ensete
Ensete is a fruit that’s related to the banana. It’s also called enset, false banana, or Ethiopian banana, as it mainly grows in Ethiopia.
There’s not a lot known about the fruit, but it’s high in fiber, minerals, and antioxidants. When it’s prepared in a recipe, it’s usually served with protein to make a complete meal.
12. Entawak
Native to southeast Asia, the entawak is a tropical fruit that’s related to jackfruit. Other names include snake fruit, popwan, salak, and metawa.
Entawak has an oval shape and spiky yellow-brown peel. The flesh is red-orange and is said to taste a bit like pumpkin.
The fruit offers many important nutrients, including vitamin C, vitamin A, and antioxidant flavonoids. It also contains fiber, a nutrient needed for good digestion.
13. Early Girl Tomato
Like eggplants, the Early Girl tomato is a fruit that’s eaten as a vegetable. It’s called Early Girl because it ripens early in the season.
Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, an antioxidant that can reduce the risk of disease. They provide vitamin C and potassium as well.
14. Etrog
An etrog is a citrus fruit that looks like a elongated, bumpy lemon. The flavor and smell is similar to lemon, but it doesn’t have as much juice.
Also known as citron, the etrog has plays an important role in week-long Jewish holiday of Sukkot. It contains antioxidants, vitamin C, and fiber.
15. Emu Berry Fruit
The emu berry grows on trees that are native to Australia. It’s a tiny, sweet berry that’s also known as muntries.
Emu berries taste similar to cranberries, as they have a tart and sweet flavor. Important nutrients in the fruit include vitamin E, vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidant anthocyanins.
16. Eugenia Fruits
Eugenia fruits are tropical berries from South America. Depending on the specific type, they can flavor can range from sweet to sour.
The berries are impressive sources of lycopene. This is an antioxidant and plant pigment that gives the fruit its red-orange color.
Also called pitanga, Suriname cherry, and Brazilian cherry, eugenia fruits are eaten fresh or used in jams or juices.
17. European Pear
The European pear, or common pear, grows in many parts of the world. It’s native to central and eastern Europe.
Pears such as the European pear provides nutrients like fiber and vitamin C. Additionally, they contain antioxidants, which protect your cells from damage.
18. Edward Mango
A variety from south Florida, the Edward mango is a cross between different southeast Asian mangos. Its peel is mostly bright yellow with a bit of red and pink.
Sweet and juicy, the Edward mango is a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Adding the fruit to your diet will also increase your fiber intake.
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19. Elephant Apple
A fiber-rich fruit, the elephant apple looks like a bumpy green-yellow apple. It originated in tropical Asian countries, including China and India.
The elephant apple, also called ou tenga, has an acidic and juicy flesh. This makes it a common ingredient in chutney or pickled recipes.