4804 Yellow Teardrop Tomato
Sweet, tender and bursting with juicy flavor, the yellow teardrop tomato is a specialty variety often used in gourmet dishes and fine dining settings to add a pop of color and sweetness.
Also known as: Pear Tomato, Baby Pear Tomato, Yellow Pear Tomato
Botanical name: Lycopersicon esculenta
Quick Facts
PLU Code
4804 (4-digit conventional)
Category & Size
Vegetables › Tomatoes › All Sizes
Origin
Originated in the Mediterranean region
Storage Temperature
10-15°C (50-59°F), ideally 12°C (54°F)
Shelf Life
7-14 days
Status
Approved
About Yellow Teardrop Tomato
Generally sweeter than cherry tomatoes and with a distinctive teardrop shape, these tomatoes are perfect for adding a delicate, sweet touch to salads, pasta dishes, and sauces.
Nutrition Information
Yellow Teardrop Tomato nutrition facts per 100 grams of serving include energy 18 kilocalories, water content 95 grams, protein 1 gram, total fat 0.2 grams, carbohydrate 4 grams, fiber 1 gram, sugars 2 grams, sodium 2 milligrams, potassium 237 milligrams, vitamin A 10 micrograms, vitamin C 10 milligrams, calcium 10 milligrams, iron 0.5 milligrams, and vitamin K 7 micrograms.
Storage & Handling
Cool, but not cold storage, with high humidity to maintain flavor and texture
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PLU Code Reference
4-digit codes: Conventionally grown produce
5-digit codes starting with 9: Organic produce
5-digit codes starting with 8: Originally intended for GMO (rarely used)
PLU codes streamline checkout processes, improve inventory management, and provide consistency across different stores. The system was developed by the International Federation for Produce Standards (IFPS).