Organic
Anaheim Pepper
"Sweet, crunchy, and full of flavor!"
Anaheim Peppers are a mild to medium variety of sweet pepper, popular for their unique, sweet flavor and crunchy texture.
Also known as
California Green Chilli, Anaheim Chilli Pepper
Botanical name
Capsicum
Product Details
PLU Code
94677
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Peppers (Capsicums) › All Sizes
Origin
Originally from New Mexico, USA, but now widely cultivated across California and Mexico.
Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Shelf Life
2-3 weeks
Status
Approved
About Anaheim Pepper
Anaheim Peppers are typically 10-15 cm long and have a glossy exterior, ranging from deep green to vibrant red, depending on the ripeness.
Nutrition Information
Anaheim Pepper is low in calories and rich in nutrients. One 100-gram serving of Anaheim pepper provides 49 kilocalories of energy, 1 gram of protein, 0.2 grams of fat, and 10.4 grams of carbohydrates.
Anaheim peppers are good sources of fiber and contain significant amounts of vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C, vitamin B6, and potassium. They are also rich in antioxidants like beta-carotene and other carotenoids.
Here is a more detailed breakdown of the nutritional facts for 100 grams of Anaheim pepper:
Energy 49 kilocalories
Protein 1 gram
Fat 0.2 grams
Carbohydrates 10.4 grams
Fiber 2.1 grams
Sugar 5.1 grams
Sodium 1 milligram
Potassium 148 milligrams
Vitamin A 700 IU
Vitamin C 125 milligrams
Vitamin B6 0.224 milligrams
Calcium 14 milligrams
Iron 0.58 milligrams
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for fresh bell (sweet) and chili peppers. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Breatheable bags or boxes, avoid plastic
Shelf Life
2-3 weeks
Storage Notes: Peppers must be kept between chilling-injury temperatures and warmer temperatures that speed ripening and bacterial soft rot, at high humidity to prevent water loss and shrivel. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 481-484.
Applies to: fresh bell (sweet) and chili peppers.
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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PLU Reference
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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