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Green Tomato

Technical Name : Solanum lycopersicum
Can Eat 0

Vegetarian

Taste Profile

They have astringent flavor with slight sweetness.

Usage Tips

  1. Green tomatoes can be used in raw or in cooked form.
  2. Sliced green tomatoes can be added to sandwiches or can be used in rice or risotto recipes and fritters or quick breads.
  3. They can be pickled, cooked into sauces, and can be made into relishes or ketchup.
  4. They should be stored at room temperature until they are ready to use.
  5. They are popular for their fried dish.

Description

Green Tomatoes are under ripe tomatoes that have light to dark lime green skin and are extremely firm skin. They are round or plumper with broad shoulders and its size varies from 4 to 10 centimeters in diameter. Their flesh is bright chartreuse and has a very firm center with tiny, underdeveloped seeds. They have a crisp and mildly juicy texture. Most famous use of green tomato is in the Southern dish of fried green tomatoes, wherein they’re coated in cornmeal, and then they are fried. They are available throughout the year with a peak season in the summer and fall months.

Health benefits

  • Green tomatoes contain flavonoids that helps to lower free radicals in the body.(1)
  • They have bioflavonoids in it which acts as antibacterial and anti-inflammatory that supports healing process due to inflammation.(1)
  • They also helps to prevent premature aging.(1)
  • They are loaded with fiber,thus boosting digestive health.(1)
  • They contain vitamin A that are helpful in maintaining healthy eyes.(1)

Selection Guide

Always choose green tomatoes that are firm and have smooth skin.

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.healthbenefitstimes.com/green-tomatoes/

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