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PLU 4689


Bell Pepper - Yellow

"Sunshine in every bite"

Sweet and slightly smoky, yellow bell peppers are a crunchy and versatile delicacy, perfect for snacking, salads, and a variety of cooked dishes.

Also known as

Sweet Pepper, Banana Pepper

Botanical name

Capsicum spp.

Bell Pepper - Yellow illustration
Quick Facts

Product Details

PLU Code

4689

4-digit conventional code

Category

Vegetables

Peppers (Capsicums)All Sizes

Origin

South America

Temperature

13 - 15°C (55 - 59°F)

Shelf Life

7 - 14 days

Status

Approved

About Bell Pepper - Yellow

Yellow bell peppers are technically a fruit but are often used in savory dishes. They are high in vitamin C and antioxidants.

Nutrition Information

Bell Pepper - Yellow is low in calories, rich in vitamins and antioxidants. One hundred grams of Bell Pepper - Yellow contains approximately 51 kcal of energy, 1.3 grams of protein, 0.2 grams of fat, 9.9 grams of carbohydrates, and 2.5 grams of dietary fiber.

The mineral content in 100 grams of Bell Pepper - Yellow includes 10 milligrams of calcium, 3 milligrams of iron, 13 milligrams of magnesium, 119 milligrams of phosphorus, and 124 milligrams of potassium.

As for the vitamins, it contains 0.06 milligrams of vitamin B1, 0.03 milligrams of vitamin B2, 10 milligrams of vitamin C, but smaller amounts of other vitamins, providing multiple health benefits due to the antioxidants and nutrient content present in this vegetable.

Storage & Handling

Cool and dry storage conditions to slow down ripening

Temperature

13 - 15°C (55 - 59°F)

Humidity

80 - 90%

Packaging

Ventilated bags or containers to prevent moisture accumulation

Shelf Life

7 - 14 days

Storage Notes: Handling care recommended to avoid physical damage, and regular cooling or refrigeration to maintain ideal storage conditions

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4689Bell Pepper - YellowCapsicum spp.All SizesVegetablesPeppers (Capsicums)

Details

Commodity Keypeppers-capsicums
VarietyBell, Greenhouse - Yellow
CreatedDecember 1999
Last UpdatedDecember 2023

PLU Reference

4-digit codes: Conventional produce

5-digit (9xxx): Organic produce

5-digit (8xxx): GMO (rarely used)

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