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Food ruts happen. Maybe you’re in one now. Need help getting out of it? Dragon fruit is a nutritious — not to mention vibrant — fruit that can benefit your body and your taste buds, says registered dietitian Mira Ilic, MS, RDN, LD. Ready to get a little adventurous? Here’s how to incorporate dragon fruit into your diet when it’s in season from summer to early fall. What is dragon fruit, and what does it taste like? Dragon fruit, also called pitaya or strawberry pear ,  looks like something straight out of a Dr. Seuss book: On the outside, it’s a pink oval with green scales (hence the “dragon” name). Inside, it has white flesh with tiny black seeds. The fruit’s strange appearance also gives off “psychedelic artichoke” vibes. “It’s a tropical fruit that comes from a cactus. It’s available everywhere around the world, but it’s indigenous to Mexico and South America,” Ilic notes. “If you like kiwi fruit and pears, then you’ll probably like dragon fruit. It’s sweet a...