Organic
Artichoke
"Nature's edible flower"
Artichokes are edible thistles, with a meaty, slightly bitter, and nutty flavor offering numerous health benefits, including being rich in fiber and antioxidants.
Also known as
Globe Artichoke, French Artichoke, Green Artichoke
Botanical name
Cynara scolymus
Product Details
PLU Code
94084
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Artichokes › Large
Origin
Native to the Mediterranean region
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
2 weeks
Status
Approved
About Artichoke
They have a fleshy edible flower bud with tough, fibrous leaves that must be carefully prepared for consumption.
Nutrition Information
Artichokes are a nutrient-rich vegetable. They are low in calories and rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Here are the key nutrition facts for artichokes per 100 grams of edible portion:
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Energy: 47 kcal
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Water: 89 grams
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Protein: 2.9 grams
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Fat: 0.1 grams
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Carbohydrates: 7.8 grams
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Fiber: 7.2 grams
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Sugar: 0.5 grams
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Sodium: 20 milligrams
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Potassium: 416 milligrams
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Vitamin C: 25 milligrams
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Folate: 68 micrograms
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Vitamin K: 14.8 micrograms
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Magnesium: 42 milligrams
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Manganese: 0.3 milligrams
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Phosphorus: 59 milligrams
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for globe artichoke buds. 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%
Packaging
Breathable containers or bags to maintain humidity and ventilation
Shelf Life
2 weeks
Storage Notes: Artichokes must be handled carefully, because bruised or scratched bracts turn brown or black and let decay organisms in. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 202-204.
Applies to: globe artichoke buds.
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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