Organic
Bell Pepper
"Adding sweetness and crunch to global cuisines."
A crunchy sweet and versatile vegetable, Bell Pepper adds vibrant colors to various dishes with its glossy exterior, crunchy texture, and juicy sweet flesh.
Also known as
Sweet Pepper, Bell Capsicum, Green Pepper
Botanical name
Capsicum
Product Details
PLU Code
94683
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Peppers (Capsicums) › All Sizes
Origin
Americas
Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Shelf Life
2-3 weeks
Status
Approved
About Bell Pepper
Native to the Americas, Bell Peppers are part of the Capsicum family, and their purple variety is rich in antioxidants and offers unique flavor profiles.
Nutrition Information
The nutrition facts for one 100-gram serving of purple bell pepper are approximately calories 41, protein 1 gram, fat 0.2 grams, carbohydrates 8.7 grams, fibers 2.5 grams, sugars 4.3 grams, sodium 2 milligrams, and water content 92 grams.
It is rich in vitamins A, C, B6, and E, as well as potassium and manganese.
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
Breathable, non-venting packaging or wax coating for high humidity
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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