Organic
Yellow Tomato
"Sweet and tangy, a twist on the classic."
A vibrant variation of the traditional tomato, the Yellow Tomato adds a burst of citrusy sweetness and sunshine to any dish.
Also known as
Lemon Boy, Lemon Tomato, Canary Tomato
Botanical name
Solanum lycopersicum
Product Details
PLU Code
94778
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Tomatoes › All Sizes
Origin
Originated in the Mediterranean region
Temperature
13-21°C for mature-green fruit; 10°C for ripe fruit
Shelf Life
Not established
Status
Approved
About Yellow Tomato
Yellow Tomatoes are known for their lower acidity and sweeter taste compared to their red counterparts. They are rich in vitamins and antioxidants.
Nutrition Information
Yellow tomatoes are relatively low in calories, with approximately 18-20 kcal per 100g serving. Their nutritional breakdown per 100g serving is roughly estimated as follows:
Energy 15-20 kcal
Moisture 95%
Protein 0.95g
Fat 0.2g
Carbohydrates 3.58g
Fiber 1.2g
Sugar 1.58g
Sodium 9 mg
Potassium 217 mg
Iron 0.6 mg
Vitamin A 200 IU
Vitamin C 23 mg
Vitamin E 0.76 mg
Folate 22 mcg
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for whole tomatoes; temperature depends on actual maturity, not variety colour. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
13-21°C for mature-green fruit; 10°C for ripe fruit
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Ventilated containers or bags to prevent moisture accumulation
Storage Notes: Mature-green tomatoes need warmer conditions to ripen. Ripe fruit can be held at 10°C without visible chilling injury, but flavour and aroma can be reduced.
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 581-587.
Applies to: whole tomatoes; temperature depends on actual maturity, not variety colour.
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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