Organic
Green Beans
"Crunchy, nutritious and delicious, Green Beans are a perfect addition to any meal."
Green Beans are a crunchy and versatile legume with a delicate flavor, available in a range of varieties, including Bush and Pole beans.
Also known as
French Beans, String Beans, Snap Beans
Botanical name
Phaseolus vulgaris
Product Details
PLU Code
94066
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Beans › All Sizes
Origin
Green Beans originated in South America, specifically in present-day Peru, Ecuador, and Colombia, but are now widely available globally.
Temperature
5 to 7.5°C (41 to 46°F)
Shelf Life
8-12 days
Status
Approved
About Green Beans
They are a low-calorie, nutrient-rich food and a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
Nutrition Information
Green beans are low in calories and rich in nutrients. Here are the nutrition facts for 100 grams of green beans:
Energy 31 kilocalories
Carbohydrates 6.9 grams
Dietary fiber 2.7 grams
Protein 1.8 grams
Fat 0.2 grams
Sodium 2 milligrams
Potassium 209 milligrams
Vitamin A 274 micrograms
Vitamin C 12.2 milligrams
Vitamin K 25 micrograms
Folate 102 micrograms
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for fresh snap beans (green, yellow wax and purple types) and long beans, which HB66 says have similar requirements. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
5 to 7.5°C (41 to 46°F)
Humidity
95-100%
Packaging
Breathable bags or boxes to maintain high humidity and prevent moisture loss
Shelf Life
8-12 days
Storage Notes: Keep beans away from ice and water, which cause translucent water-soaked areas on the pods. Highest freezing point: -0.7°C. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 230-233.
Applies to: fresh snap beans (green, yellow wax and purple types) and long beans, which HB66 says have similar requirements.
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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