Artichoke
"The thistle that's a delicacy"
A unique and nutritious vegetable prized for its edible flower buds, featuring tightly packed scales that bloom into fleshy, purple or green florets
Also known as
Artichoke thistle, Cardone, Carciofo
Botanical name
Cynara scolymus
Product Details
PLU Code
4762
4-digit conventional code
Category
Vegetables
Artichokes › Extra Large
Origin
Mediterranean region, North Africa and parts of the Americas
Temperature
0 - 2°C
Shelf Life
1-2 weeks
Status
Approved
About Artichoke
Rich in fiber, artichokes are a good source of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. They have a slightly bitter and nutty flavor, commonly used in various Mediterranean dishes.
Nutrition Information
The nutrition facts for artichoke are as follows:
Per 100 grams of edible portion of artichoke, it contains 47 calories. It is rich in dietary fiber with a content of 7.2 grams.
Artichoke is a good source of vitamins and minerals such as Vitamin C 25 milligrams, Vitamin K 14.8 micrograms, Folate 89 micrograms, Magnesium 42 milligrams, Manganese 0.32 milligrams, Copper 0.29 milligrams, Phosphorus 73 milligrams, and Potassium 342 milligrams.
It also contains 3.3 grams of protein and has low fat content with only 0.2 grams per 100 grams. Water content in artichoke is 92 percent which is relatively high. Carbohydrate content is approximately 11.7 grams.
Storage & Handling
Store artichokes in cool, humid conditions to maintain freshness
Temperature
0 - 2°C
Humidity
80 - 90%
Packaging
Top-ice or partial vacuum packaging to maintain high humidity
Shelf Life
1-2 weeks
Storage Notes: Ethylene production should be minimized to prevent spoilage, avoid storing with ethylene-producing fruits like apples and bananas.
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
5-digit (9xxx): Organic produce
5-digit (8xxx): GMO (rarely used)
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