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General Produce
Bell Peppers, Orange
- Jumbo
- Extra large
- Large
- Medium
5-, 11-, 15-, and 25-lb. packs.
- Choice
- Chopper
Good quality sweet peppers should be firm, fresh-looking, and brightly colored. Avoid peppers that appear shriveled, dull-looking, or pitted.
Short-term storage recommendation (7 days or less)
- 45-50° F/7-10° C
- 85-95% relative humidity
Sweet peppers are sensitive to ethylene gas; exposure to the gas will cause a color change in the peppers. Store away from ethylene-producing fruits and ripening rooms.
Pitting and accelerated decay are indications of chill injury.
Shriveling can occur if peppers are exposed to strong drafts. For best quality, store away from areas with drafts or high air circulation.
- Fill roasted orange bell peppers with basil-flavored quinoa salad.
- Sauté green, red, orange, and yellow bell peppers with onion strips and oregano; serve in hoagie buns with sausages, chopped steak, or hot dogs.
Nutritional Information
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
