Avocado Hass
Hass
Category
Fruits
Type
Organic
Organic PLU Code
The "9" prefix indicates this is organically grown produce. Base code: 4225
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Description
A rich, creamy, and nutritious stone fruit with a rough, green skin and soft, buttery pulp, prized for its unique flavor and versatility in both sweet and savory dishes.
Botanical Name
Persea americana
Also Known As
Alligator Pear, West Indian Pear, Palta
Origin
Southern Mexico, Central and South America, specifically in the states of Puebla, Michoacán, and Chiapas.
Size
Large
Commodity
Avocados
Storage Guidelines
Mature but unripe. Should be stored in a controlled atmosphere with high humidity and without ethylene generators nearby.
Temperature
3-7°C (37-45°F)
Humidity
80-90%
Shelf Life
7-14 days at optimal conditions
Packaging
Breathable packaging, avoid polyethylene bags
Should not be frozen. Ripening can be accelerated with ethylene and warmer temperatures.
Nutritional Information
For a 100 gram serving of Hass Avocado, the nutrition facts are approximately: energy 168 kcal protein 3 gram fat 14.66 gram carbohydrate 8.53 gram fibre 7 gram sugar 0.66 gram sodium 10 milligram potassium 708 milligram water content 71.45 gram vitamin A 109 microgram vitamin C 8.4 milligram calcium 10 milligram iron 0.61 milligram magnesium 29 milligram manganese 0.133 milligram zinc 0.65 milligram
"Nature's perfect butter, straight from the tree."