Red Delicious

Both its elongated shape with five bumps and its striking dark red color make Red Delicious a real eye-catcher. Its crisp texture and versatility in the kitchen contribute to its enduring popularity.

Interbreeding
Mutation of Delicious, 1921
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Appearance
Striped to solid red to dark violet-red, with a yellow-green base colour; thick, shiny skin; elongated shape with five visible bumps on the bottom
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Taste
Pleasantly sweet
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Character
Fine, juicy and crunchy flesh
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Aroma
Green
Recipes with Red Delicious
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