Organic
Broccoli (Orange variety)
"Add a splash of sunshine to your plate"
A vibrant orange variety of broccoli, bursting with nutrients and a mild, slightly sweet flavor.
Also known as
Orange sprouting broccoli, Orange flowering broccoli
Botanical name
Brassica oleracea
Product Details
PLU Code
93436
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Cauliflower › All Sizes
Origin
Mediterranean region, now cultivated globally
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
up to 3 weeks
Status
Approved
About Broccoli (Orange variety)
Rich in vitamins and antioxidants, orange broccoli is a versatile and healthy addition to a variety of dishes, from stir-fries to steaming.
Nutrition Information
Broccoli (Orange variety) is a nutrient-rich vegetable. It has approximately 34 kilocalories of energy per 100 grams of serving.
It is a good source of vitamins, including 101 milligrams of vitamin C, 0.09 milligrams of vitamin B6, 0.09 milligrams of vitamin B2, 0.07 milligrams of vitamin B1, and 0.06 milligrams of vitamin B9 or folate.
It is also rich in minerals such as 0.45 milligrams of manganese, 0.31 milligrams of copper, and 1.7 milligrams of potassium.
Broccoli (Orange variety) has a significant amount of dietary fiber at 2.6 grams per 100 grams of serving and a total of 6 grams of carbohydrates. It has only 0.2 grams of fat and 2.6 grams of protein.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for fresh cauliflower heads. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Humidity
95-98%
Packaging
Breathable packaging or vented containers to prevent moisture accumulation
Shelf Life
up to 3 weeks
Storage Notes: Keep cauliflower cold and humid without letting free water collect on the curd, avoid ethylene (curd discoloration, leaf yellowing), and handle gently because bruises brown and decay quickly. Sensitive to ethylene: keep away from ethylene-producing fruit. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 271-274.
Applies to: fresh cauliflower heads.
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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