An Investigation into the Sensory Properties of Luffa (Luffa cylindrica (L.)) Fruit Powder

Luffa fruit is an underutilized and novel ingredient in North America. To increase the shelf life of luffa fruit, this study evaluated the creation of luffa fruit powder using three different drying temperatures (40 ◦C, 50 ◦C, and 60 ◦C). The objective of this study was to evaluate the sensory properties and acceptability of luffa fruit powder with unfamiliar consumers (those who do not regularly eat luffa fruit). Participants (n = 88) evaluated the luffa fruit powders mixed into couscous, as...