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Tomatoes, Roma

Roma Tomatoes
Markon First Crop (MFC) Tomatoes are rich in vitamins A, B, and C, beta-carotene, iron, phosphorous, potassium, and fiber.

Product Details

Shelf Life:
Julian pack date.
Ethylene Producing:
Yes
Ethylene Sensitive:
Yes
Kosher:
No
Sizing:
Small, Medium, Large, X-Large, and Jumbo.

Available Offerings from Markon for Tomatoes, Roma

Description Net Weight Pack GTIN UPC
Tomatoes, Roma Large 25 pounds or 11 kilograms 25 LB 2 06 11628 92808 5 6 11628 92808 1
Tomatoes, Roma Medium 25 pounds or 11 kilograms 25 LB 2 06 11628 92811 5 6 11628 92811 1
Tomatoes, Roma 10 pounds or 5 kilograms 10 LB 0 06 11628 92807 4 6 11628 92807 4
Tomatoes, Roma 25 pounds or 11 kilograms 25 LB 0 06 11628 92810 4 6 11628 92810 4
Tomatoes, Roma, Extra Large 25 pounds or 11 kilograms 25 LB 2 06 11628 92806 1 6 11628 92806 7

Storage Tips:

Never refrigerate; store stem up to prevent bruised shoulders; keep out of direct sunlight.

Handling Tips:

Never stack tomatoes; use on a FIFO basis. Rinse whole fruits and vegetables in clean running water prior to using.

General Usage Ideas

  • Add roasted and finely chopped MFC jalapenos, chopped MFC Tomatoes, minced MFC Red Onion, and RSS Lime Juice to RSS Avocado Pure Pulp; serve with chips
  • Line burgers and grilled chicken sandwiches with MFC Tomato slices, RSS Pico de Gallo Guacamole, and RSS Red Onions
  • Add RSS Washed & Trimmed Cilantro, diced MFC Tomatoes, or sautéed mushrooms to baked macaroni and cheese

Fall / Winter Usage Ideas:

  • Serve a warm salad of RSS Triple-Washed Spinach, chopped tomatoes, sautéed corn kernels and roasted RSS Garlic; dress with cumin-cayenne vinaigrette
  • Combine grilled chicken breast cubes with MFC Arugula, chopped tomatoes and diced MFC Cucumbers; drizzle with a purée of avocados, buttermilk, anchovies, and MFC Tarragon, Italian Parsley and Chives
  • Brush flatbread dough with olive oil; top with sliced tomatoes, chopped MFC Basil, roasted slices of MFC Eggplant and grated mozzarella

Spring / Summer Usage Ideas:

  • Blend skinned and chopped tomatoes, MFC Cucumbers, roasted MFC Yellow Bell Peppers, toasted almonds and vegetable stock; stir in corn kernels and RSS Washed & Trimmed Cilantro
  • Toss RSS Hearts & Hearts, MFC Mint, par-boiled haricot verts and chopped tomatoes; drizzle with puréed feta cheese and honey
  • Top grilled fish with a relish of chopped tomatoes, diced MFC Red Onions, MFC Serranos and chopped watermelon
  • Stir-fry quartered tomatoes and baby bok choy; deglaze with soy-sesame-ginger sauce; top with seared scallops

Did You Know?

The U.S. is the world's second largest producer of tomatoes. Tomatoes are grown seasonally across the U.S.; Florida and California are the leading commercial producers. China is the largest tomato producer and has been growing rapidly over the past few years. China now accounts for 39.5 million tons, or about 25% of the world's total production. Source: www.fas.usda.gov.