Artichoke

From Produce Pal

Picking out healthy fruits and vegetables can sometimes be challenging. You don't want to wind up eating something that is either under or over ripe. If you have a hard time picking out a good fruit or vegetable while grocery shopping then this website is for you!
Read below for information on how to pick out a good artichoke.

Artichoke
Produce Type	Vegetable

Contents 1 What to Look For 2 Storage Tips 3 Nutritional Facts 4 Fun Facts

What to Look For

A fresh artichoke will have rich, green or purple leaves, which are tightly closed. It will also feel heavy, due to moisture retention. Leaves should be crisp, however, small artichokes will have tender leaves.

Storage Tips

As soon as possible, you should sprinkle artichokes with water to prevent them from drying out, and refrigerate them in a plastic bag. It is best to eat artichokes within a day or two.

Nutritional Facts

Artichokes contain high levels of vitamin C, folic acid, potassium and, fiber.

Fun Facts

• Artichokes are thought to originate in the Mediterranean. The earliest record of them being used dates from around 300BC in Italy.
• The 'Globe' artichoke (the type most commonly found in supermarkets) is a member of the thistle family!