You eat the entire fruit, skin and all, like a grape. The skin of the kumquats is sweet while the flesh is quite tart. Small seeds may be swallowed or spit out. 

 

Choose kumquats that are firm, not soft.

 

Store kumquats at room temperature for a few days or up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.

 

Low fat, saturated fat free, cholesterol free, very low sodium, excellent source of vitamin C and fiber.