Antioxidants
Some research indicates tomatoes with a vine may contain higher levels of antioxidants and other nutrients “than those picked before peak ripeness.”
Lycopene
One medium (123-gram) tomato on the vine contains 3,160 mcg of lycopene — a potent antioxidant that promotes a healthy heart.
Nutrition Benefits and Certifications
Tomatoes on the Vine are chock full of unique antioxidants, like the cancer-fighting lycopene, but tomatoes also provide us with a good number of recognizable antioxidants. For instance, Tomatoes on the Vine offer an excellent amount of vitamin C; very good amounts of vitamin E, vitamin A as carotenoids, and manganese, as well as good amounts of zinc and chromium.
Independent certification that a product was produced without genetic engineering or ingredients
EFI is the most rigorous certification in the industry, addressing 300+ standards that include labor conditions, food safety and pest management in all levels of the farming operation.
SQF is a food quality and compliance management system based on analyzing risks and critical control points.
Amount/serving | % Daily Value* |
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Total Fat 0g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 0g | 0% |
Trans Fat 0g | 0% |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 0mg | 0% |
Calcium 12mg | 1% |
Iron 0.33mg | 2% |
Amount/serving | % Daily Value* |
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Total Carbs 3.8g | 1% |
Dietary Fiber 1.2g | 4% |
Sugars 1.3g | |
Protein 1.3g | 3% |
Vitamin C 27.2mg | 30% |
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contribuites to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
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Skip the Fridge
Tomatoes keep best when stored at room temperature and out of direct sunlight. They’ll store between five days to two weeks but are always best when eaten quickly.
How to Remove Tomato Skin
Some opinions vary but the best way is to cut a shallow X on the bottom of the tomato and core it. Boil for 10 minutes and voila: the skin peels away simply and easily.
Did You Know?
The tomato plant, also known by its fancier name Solanum lycopersicum, is native to South America. There it was first used for cooking by the ancient Aztecs. Since its arrival on the produce scene, tomatoes have gone wild, now with more than 7,500 different varieties grown all around the world.
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