Organic
Bell Pepper - Yellow
"Sunshine in every bite"
Sweet and slightly smoky, yellow bell peppers are a crunchy and versatile delicacy, perfect for snacking, salads, and a variety of cooked dishes.
Also known as
Sweet Pepper, Banana Pepper
Botanical name
Capsicum
Product Details
PLU Code
94689
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Peppers (Capsicums) › All Sizes
Origin
South America
Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Shelf Life
2-3 weeks
Status
Approved
About Bell Pepper - Yellow
Yellow bell peppers are technically a fruit but are often used in savory dishes. They are high in vitamin C and antioxidants.
Nutrition Information
Bell Pepper - Yellow is low in calories, rich in vitamins and antioxidants. One hundred grams of Bell Pepper - Yellow contains approximately 51 kcal of energy, 1.3 grams of protein, 0.2 grams of fat, 9.9 grams of carbohydrates, and 2.5 grams of dietary fiber.
The mineral content in 100 grams of Bell Pepper - Yellow includes 10 milligrams of calcium, 3 milligrams of iron, 13 milligrams of magnesium, 119 milligrams of phosphorus, and 124 milligrams of potassium.
As for the vitamins, it contains 0.06 milligrams of vitamin B1, 0.03 milligrams of vitamin B2, 10 milligrams of vitamin C, but smaller amounts of other vitamins, providing multiple health benefits due to the antioxidants and nutrient content present in this vegetable.
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
Ventilated bags or containers to prevent moisture accumulation
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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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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