Red Chicory
"Add a pop of color and depth to your salads with Red Chicory."
Red Chicory, also known as radicchio, is a leafy, crimson-red vegetable that boasts a slightly bitter and earthy flavor profile.
Also known as
Radicchio, Red Endive
Botanical name
Cichorium intybus
Product Details
PLU Code
3395
4-digit conventional code
Category
Vegetables
Belgian Endive (Witloof Chicory) › All Sizes
Origin
Europe, specifically Italy and the Netherlands, are prominent producers of Red Chicory.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
Not established
Status
Approved
About Red Chicory
Rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as minerals like potassium and manganese, red chicory is a nutrient-dense addition to various salads, side dishes, and garnishes.
Nutrition Information
Red chicory is low in calories and rich in nutrients. It contains vitamins A, C, and K, potassium, and fiber. A 100g serving of red chicory contains approximately 23 calories, 4g of carbohydrates, 1.7g of protein, and 0.4g of fat. It is also a good source of antioxidants.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for Belgian endive / witloof chicory heads (chicons). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Humidity
95-100%
Packaging
Modified atmosphere packaging or breathable packaging to prevent moisture accumulation
Storage Notes: Keep chicons cold, humid and in the dark to prevent greening and wilting, do not wet them, and keep them away from ethylene, which causes russet spotting. Sensitive to ethylene: keep away from ethylene-producing fruit. Highest freezing point: -0.5°C. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 286-288.
Applies to: Belgian endive / witloof chicory heads (chicons).
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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