Organic
Artichoke
"Globally renowned for its unique flavor and nutritional benefits"
Prized for its delicate flavor and nutritious profile, Artichoke is a versatile vegetable used globally in a variety of culinary preparations
Also known as
Thistle, Globe Artichoke
Botanical name
Cynara scolymus
Product Details
PLU Code
94517
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Artichokes › Small
Origin
Native to the Mediterranean region
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
2 weeks
Status
Approved
About Artichoke
Artichokes are low in calories, rich in dietary fiber, and an excellent source of vitamins and minerals. They grow as a perennial thistle head in cool, moist climates
Nutrition Information
Artichoke is low in calories and rich in nutrients. The nutrition facts for 100 grams of cooked artichoke are approximately as follows:
Energy 53 kcal
Carbohydrates 13.6 grams
Fiber 7.8 grams
Protein 3.3 grams
Fat 0.2 grams
Water content 84.7 grams
Calcium 44 milligrams
Copper 0.3 milligrams
Iron 0.6 milligrams
Magnesium 42 milligrams
Manganese 0.2 milligrams
Phosphorus 68 milligrams
Potassium 302 milligrams
Sodium 4 milligrams
Vitamin A 0.02 milligrams
Vitamin B2 0.05 milligrams
Vitamin B3 1.1 milligrams
Vitamin B5 1.4 milligrams
Vitamin B6 0.1 milligrams
Vitamin C 11.7 milligrams
Folate 34.6 micrograms
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
Breatheable packaging to maintain humidity and prevent moisture accumulation.
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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