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General Produce
Melons, Cantaloupe
Sizing
4-, 6-, 9-, 12-, 15-, 18-, 22-, and 30-counts
Receiving Inspecting:
A good quality cantaloupe should be well-shaped with good netting over creamy-colored rind. Tip end should be smooth and slightly depressed. A
ripe cantaloupe will have a distinctive aroma and the blossom end should yield to gentle pressure.
Storage Handling:
Short-term storage recommendation (7 days or less)
- 36-41° F/2-5° C
- 90-95% relative humidity
Shelf-Life:
10 to 14 days.
Troubleshooting:
Pitted or decaying rind, discolored flesh, and mold are indications of improper storage temperature. Store ripe fruit at 36-41° F/2-5° C.
Bruising may result from rough handling. Keep handling to a minimum.
Usage Ideas:
- Toss romaine hearts with cantaloupe cubes, sliced celery, chopped red radishes, and mint leaves; serve with Champagne vinaigrette.
- Layer green leaf fillets, crisp applewood bacon, and sliced cantaloupe on whole wheat.
Nutritional Information
Serving Size 160 grams
Calories 50
%Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g0%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0g0%
Sodium 25g1%
Total Carbohydrate 13g5%
Dietary Fiber 1g5%
Total Sugars 13g
Includes 0g Added Sugars0%
Protein 1g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 14mg2%
Iron 0mg2%
Potassium 430mg10%
*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.
