Organic
Yellow Chili
"Adding a ray of sunshine to every meal."
Yellow Chili, a vibrant and flavorful variety of the Capsicum family, adds a pop of color and spice to various cuisines around the world.
Also known as
Yellow Pepper, Banana Pepper, Sweet Yellow Pepper
Botanical name
Capsicum
Product Details
PLU Code
94772
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Peppers (Capsicums) › All Sizes
Origin
Originated in Central and South America, Yellow Chilies are now cultivated in many regions with a warm climate, including the United States, Mexico, and Southeast Asia.
Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Shelf Life
2-3 weeks
Status
Approved
About Yellow Chili
Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, Yellow Chilies are often picked at the immature stage when still green or yellow, and used in a variety of dishes, from salads to stir-fries.
Nutrition Information
For 100 grams of yellow chili the nutrition facts are approximately calories 40 energy ash 1g carbohydrate 9g fiber 2g fat 0g protein 2g sodium 0g sugars 7g vitamins and minerals vitamin A 22mcg vitamin C 45mcg copper 0.19mg iron 0.38mg magnesium 13mg potassium 312mg zinc 0.21mg
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 bags or containers, with good air circulation
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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