1. a tropical fruit with bright pink or yellow skin and white or magenta flesh dotted with small black seeds, produced by a type of cactus
Usage: also called dragon fruit; commonly used in smoothie bowls and beverages

Examples

• The pitaya's vibrant pink exterior makes it instantly recognizable at the farmer's market.
• She blended pitaya into her morning smoothie for a boost of vitamin C.
• Pitaya grows on a climbing cactus native to Central and South America.
• The white flesh of the pitaya is studded with tiny black seeds.
• Many health food stores now stock frozen pitaya bowls year-round.