Grapefruit Zest

Store fresh zest in an airtight container in the refrigerator. For longer storage, freeze zest in small portions.

Use a microplane or fine grater for the best zest texture.

Always zest before juicing the grapefruit.

The white pith underneath the zest is bitter; avoid grating it.

Grapefruit zest is excellent in baked goods, salad dressings, marinades, and as a garnish for cocktails.

Chocolate

Berries

Vanilla

Herbs (like mint, basil, rosemary)

Pork

Chicken

Fish

Grating too deep and including the bitter white pith.

Not washing the grapefruit thoroughly before zesting.