all affect the final flavor.
So consider the navel a helpful clue—not a foolproof test.
5 Other Ways to Choose a Great Orange
1. Look for Vibrant Color
A good orange should generally have a healthy, vibrant appearance.
Avoid fruit with extensive dull areas, excessive green patches, or skin that looks unusually dry or damaged. Small natural imperfections aren’t necessarily a problem.
2. Choose Firm, Well-Shaped Fruit
Give the orange a gentle feel.
It should be firm without being rock-hard. Avoid fruit with obvious soft spots, deep wrinkles, bruises, or
