Organic
Green Broccoli
"The Cancer-Fighting Crucifer"
A green, cruciferous vegetable popular for its numerous health benefits and culinary uses.
Also known as
Broccolini, Broccoflower, Calabrese
Botanical name
Brassica oleracea
Product Details
PLU Code
94567
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Cauliflower › All Sizes
Origin
Native to the Mediterranean region and Asia minor, but widely cultivated in North America, Europe, and Australia.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
up to 3 weeks
Status
Approved
About Green Broccoli
Rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It's high in fiber and has anti-inflammatory properties.
Nutrition Information
For a 100-gram serving of green broccoli, the nutrition facts are as follows:
energy is approximately 34 kilocalories,
carbohydrates are 6.6 grams,
protein is 2.5 grams,
fat is 0.4 grams,
dietary fiber is 2.6 grams.
It is an excellent source of vitamin C with 89.2 milligrams per 100 grams,
also rich in vitamin K with 92 micrograms per 100 grams,
contains 101 milligrams of potassium,
and provides 55 milligrams of calcium per 100 grams.
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 to prevent moisture buildup
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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