Organic
Red Cheese
"Sweet, crunchy, and bursting with flavor."
A sweet and slightly smoky variety of bell pepper, with a vibrant red color and glossy exterior.
Also known as
Red Bell Pepper, Sweet Pepper
Botanical name
Capsicum
Product Details
PLU Code
94706
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Peppers (Capsicums) › All Sizes
Origin
Originated in Central and South America, now cultivated globally.
Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Shelf Life
2-3 weeks
Status
Approved
About Red Cheese
Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, often used in salads, stir-fries, and as a crunchy snack.
Nutrition Information
The commodity is actually a fruit, not a vegetable. Since it's a type of sweet pepper with a cheese-like appearance when ripe, it's often referred to as Red Cheese or Cheese Pepper. Here are its nutrition facts per 100 grams of raw weight:
Energy 20 kcal,
Carbohydrates 4.2 g,
Fiber 1.7 g,
Sugar 2.4 g,
Protein 1 g,
Fat 0.2 g,
Sodium 1 mg,
Potassium 140 mg,
Vitamin A 600 mcg,
Vitamin C 125 mg.
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
Perforated or breathable packaging is preferred.
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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