Organic
Eggplant
"The purple powerhouse of nutrition"
A nutrient-rich, deep purple vegetable with a glossy exterior and tender flesh, often used in Mediterranean, Asian, and American cuisine.
Also known as
Brinjal, Aubergine, Melongene
Botanical name
Solanum melongena
Product Details
PLU Code
94081
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Eggplant (Aubergine) › All Sizes
Origin
Asia and the Indian subcontinent, now cultivated globally
Temperature
10 to 12°C (50 to 54°F)
Shelf Life
up to 14 days
Status
Approved
About Eggplant
Eggplant is high in vitamins and minerals, has antioxidant properties, and can be prepared in a variety of ways, including baking, grilling, and sautéing.
Nutrition Information
Here are the nutrition facts for eggplant:
One 100g serving of eggplant contains approximately 6g of carbohydrates, 2g of fiber, 11mg of calcium, 10mg of phosphorus, 230mg of potassium, 0.2mg of iron, 0.3mg of zinc, 0.2mg of copper, 2mg of manganese, and 2.6mg of vitamin C. It also has smaller amounts of other essential vitamins and minerals like thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, and vitamin K. Eggplant is very low in calories with only 25 calories per 100g serving and contains virtually no fat or cholesterol.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for fresh eggplant (all types; HB66 gives one set of storage conditions). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
10 to 12°C (50 to 54°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Breathable packaging to prevent moisture accumulation
Shelf Life
up to 14 days
Storage Notes: Eggplants are chilling sensitive (surface pitting, scald, browned flesh and seeds followed by decay), lose water quickly, bruise easily, and should never be held in contact with ice. Sensitive to ethylene: keep away from ethylene-producing fruit. Highest freezing point: -0.8°C. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 322-325.
Applies to: fresh eggplant (all types; HB66 gives one set of storage conditions).
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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