Organic
Yellow Cherry Tomato
"Sunshine in every bite"
A sweet and tangy variety of cherry tomato known for its bright yellow, bite-sized fruits, adding a burst of flavor and sunshine to salads and snacks.
Also known as
Yellow Pear Tomato, Lemon Drop Tomato
Botanical name
Solanum lycopersicum
Product Details
PLU Code
94797
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Tomatoes › All Sizes
Origin
Originating from the Andean region, specifically in present-day Peru, yellow cherry tomatoes have since spread globally as a popular, sweet, and versatile variety of cherry tomato.
Temperature
13-21°C for mature-green fruit; 10°C for ripe fruit
Shelf Life
Not established
Status
Approved
About Yellow Cherry Tomato
Yellow cherry tomatoes are rich in antioxidants and are often higher in sugars than red cherry tomatoes. They are best consumed within a few days of ripening and can be stored at room temperature or refrigerated to prolong shelf life.
Nutrition Information
Yellow Cherry Tomato is low in calories, with a 100g serving containing approximately 18 calories, 0.2g of fat, 7.2g of carbohydrates, 1.2g of fiber, and 1.5g of sugars. It also provides 2g of protein, 10mg of sodium, and 300mg of potassium. In terms of vitamins, Yellow Cherry Tomato is a good source of vitamin C, providing about 28mg per 100g serving, and it also contains 540 micrograms of lycopene.
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 cartons or breathable bags
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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