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Mustard Greens
"Peppery flavor with a nutritional punch"
Mustard Greens are a nutritious, leafy green vegetable with a peppery flavor, rich in vitamins and antioxidants.
Also known as
Gai Choy, Indian mustard, Chinese mustard, Brown mustard
Botanical name
Brassica juncea
Product Details
PLU Code
94616
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Greens › All Sizes
Origin
Originated in the Himalayan region of India
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
2 weeks
Status
Approved
About Mustard Greens
Mustard Greens are a cool-season crop commonly used in Asian and Southern American cuisine. They can be cooked, pickled or used raw in salads.
Nutrition Information
In 100 grams of mustard greens, there are approximately 20 calories, 2.5 grams of protein, 0.7 grams of fat, 0 grams of cholesterol, 2.6 grams of fiber, and 19 milligrams of sodium. Mustard greens are also rich in vitamins, including 38 percent of the recommended daily intake of vitamin A, 93 percent of vitamin C, 10 percent of calcium, 11 percent of iron, and 26 percent of potassium.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for leafy greens eaten cooked: collards, kale, rape, spinach, mustard and turnip greens. 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
Perforated or ventilated bags or containers to maintain humidity and prevent moisture buildup
Shelf Life
2 weeks
Storage Notes: Greens wilt and decay quickly, so keep them as cold as possible without freezing, at high humidity, and away from ethylene, which speeds yellowing. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 353-355.
Applies to: leafy greens eaten cooked: collards, kale, rape, spinach, mustard and turnip greens.
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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