Which fruits are cited as examples of large fruits commonly cut into smaller cubes or slices prior to freezing?

• A. Banana, tomato, and kiwi
• B. Apple, grape, and pear
• C. Orange, lemon, and lime
• D. Strawberry, blueberry, and raspberry

Answer: (A)

When freezing, cutting larger fruits into smaller pieces helps them freeze more evenly and thaw more predictably, plus it fits standard storage and makes them easier to use later. Bananas are typically peeled and sliced or chunked for freezing, which is common for smoothies and baking. Tomatoes are often chopped into cubes or wedges before freezing to keep their texture usable for sauces or stews. Kiwi are usually peeled and sliced or diced so they freeze well and are convenient to portion.

Other fruits in the choices are either smaller in size or not typically frozen in cubes or slices, such as berries that are frozen whole or citrus fruits more often frozen as juice or zest, so they don’t illustrate the same pre-cut, bulk-fruit practice.