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Romaine Hearts
Markon First Crop (MFC) Romaine Hearts are harvested only after inspection for maturity, flavor, texture, color, and weight to offer the highest possible yield; shipped in recyclable, wax-free cartons.
Product Details
Shelf Life:
Julian pack date.
Storage Temperature:
34°-36°F (1°-2°C)
Ethylene Producing:
No
Ethylene Sensitive:
Yes
Kosher:
No
Grades:
U.S. No. 1
Available Offerings from Markon for Romaine Hearts
| Description | Net Weight | Pack | GTIN | UPC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Romaine Hearts | pounds or kilograms | 7/6 COUNT | 1 06 11628 92575 9 | 6 11628 92575 2 |
| Romaine Hearts | pounds or kilograms | 12/3 COUNT | 1 06 11628 92576 6 | 6 11628 92576 9 |
| Romaine Hearts | pounds or kilograms | 48 COUNT | 2 06 11628 92577 0 | 6 11628 92577 6 |
Storage Tips:
Refrigerate immediately upon arrival; store at high humidity with adequate circulation.
Handling Tips:
To minimize browning, store lettuce away from ethylene-producing items (apples, avocados, cantaloupe, pears, and tomatoes). Rinse whole fruits and vegetables in clean running water prior to using.
General Usage Ideas
- Offer a traditional Caesar salad using chopped MFC Romaine Hearts, RSS Lemon Juice, RSS Peeled Garlic, olive oil, anchovies, and shaved Parmesan cheese
- Mix puréed cantaloupe melon, RSS Lemon Juice and plain yogurt; toss with salad of MFC Romaine Hearts, sliced MFC Red Delicious Apples, and walnuts
Fall / Winter Usage Ideas:
- Toss chopped MFC Romaine Hearts with toasted hazelnuts and cranberry-parsley vinaigrette
- Stir-fry shrimp and sliced MFC Red and Yellow Bell Peppers with soy sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch; at the end of cooking, add chopped MFC Romaine Hearts; flash-fry and serve on rice
Spring / Summer Usage Ideas:
- Toss chopped MFC Romaine Hearts with chopped mango, macadamia nuts, and vinaigrette made with MFC Strawberries
- Grill MFC Romaine Hearts until slightly charred; serve with lemon-chive buttermilk dressing
- Purée grilled jalapeno chile peppers, RSS Lime Juice, and RSS Washed & Trimmed Cilantro; chop MFC Romaine Hearts and toss with fried tortilla strips; serve on top of grilled mahi mahi; drizzle chile pepper mixture over all
Did You Know?
Growing seasons: Dec-Feb = Yuma, Arizona; Mar-Apr & Sep-Nov = Huron, California; May-Aug = Salinas, California. Romaine lettuce was named by the Romans; Emperor Caesar Augustus believed it cured him of an illness. (In fact, romaine is a good source of folate and vitamin C.)
Nutritional Information
Serving Size 47 grams
Calories 10
%Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g0%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0g0%
Sodium 0g0%
Total Carbohydrate 2g1%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Total Sugars 1g
Includes 0g Added Sugars0%
Protein 1g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 16mg2%
Iron 0mg2%
Potassium 115mg2%
*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.
Ingredients:
This product contains romaine lettuce.
Allergen Information:
No known allergens in this product.