LARGE CUCUMBER (PREORDER)

~40 lbs Large Cucumber aka "Large Cuke", "Da-Huang-Gua", "Qing-Gua", "大黄瓜", "青瓜" Large cucumber has thick dark green skin; seeds are more distinct and are often removed before use. Large cucumber also has a refreshingly mild flavor but is less crunchy than other varieties. Large cukes can be grown locally in the summertime providing an inexpensive option for food service. Common application includes salad and sandwich. Handling Tip Selection Large cucumber is firm without blemishes and soft spots. A uniform dark green color skin with no signs of yellowing. Storage Large cucumber should be stored at 50ºF - 54ºF (10ºC - 12.5ºC) with a relative humidity of ninety-five percent and periodic mist. The typical shelf life is less than fourteen days. High humidity is important to avoid shriveling. Large cucumber is very sensitive to ethylene, a naturally occurring gas that regulates ripening. Large cucumbers should not be stored with high ethylene-producing products to extend shelf life and avoid yellowing and decay. Large cucumber produces a low level of ethylene. Large cucumber is sensitive to chilling injury after two or three days of storage at below 50ºF (10ºC). Symptoms include yellowing, softening, and pitting. Development of chilling injury symptoms can be avoided if used immediately after removal from storage. Nutrition Fact Serving Size 1/3 medium cucumber (99g) Amount Per Serving                                                % Daily Value* Calories   10 Calories from Fat   0 Total Fat   0g   ............................................................................................   0% Saturated Fat   0g   ..........................................................................   0% Trans Fat   0g   ..................................................................................   0% Cholesterol   0mg   ..................................................................................   0% Sodium   0mg   .........................................................................................   0% Total Carbohydrate   2g   ......................................................................   1% Dietary Fiber   1g   ..........................................................................   4% Sugar   1g Protein   1g Vitamin A   ..................................................................................................   4% Vitamin C   ................................................................................................   10% Calcium   ......................................................................................................   2% Iron   .............................................................................................................   2% Potassium   .................................................................................................   4%   *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. *Based on information published by FDA