Produce Info, Storage Tips and Recipes
Anise and Fennel
Apples
Apricots
Artichokes
Arugula
Asparagus
Avocados
Bananas
Basil
Beets
Bell Peppers (Green)
Bell Peppers (Other)
Blackberries
Blueberries
Bok Choy
Broccoli
Broccoli Rabe
Brussels Sprouts
Cabbage
Calaloo
Cantaloupe
Carrots
Carrots (Baby)
Cauliflower
Celeriac (Celery Root)
Celery
Chard
Cherries
Chives
Cilantro
Collard Greens
Corn
Cranberries
Cucumbers
Dandelion Greens
Dill
Edamame
Eggplant
Endive
Fiddleheads
Figs
Garlic
Garlic Scapes
Ginger
Grapefruit
Grapes
Green Beans
Hard-Rind Squash (Butternut, Acorn)
Herbs
Honeydew
Kale
Kiwi Berries
Kiwis
Kohlrabi
Leeks
Lemons
Lettuce (Butter)
Lettuce (Green Leaf)
Lettuce (Red Leaf)
Lettuce (Romaine)
Limes
Lychees
Mandarins and Clementines
Mangoes
Mint
Mixed Salad Greens
Mushrooms (Crimini)
Mushrooms (Oyster)
Mushrooms (Portabello)
Mushrooms (Shitake)
Mushrooms (White)
Mustard Greens
Nectarines
Onions
Oranges
Oregano
Papayas
Parsley
Parsnips
Peaches
Pears
Peas
Peas-Shelling
Persimmons
Pineapple
Plums
Pluots
Pomegranates
Potatoes
Pumpkins
Radishes
Raspberries
Rosemary
Rutabagas
Sage
Scallions
Soft-Rind Squash (Zucchini, Yellow)
Spinach (Bagged)
Spinach (Loose)
Sprouts
Strawberries
Sunchokes
Sweet Potatoes
Tangelos
Tangerines
Thyme
Tomatoes (Cherry and Grape)
Tomatoes (Roma and Plum)
Tomatoes (Salad)
Turnip Greens
Turnips
Watermelon
Apples
Apricots
Artichokes
Arugula
Asparagus
Avocados
Bananas
Basil
Beets
Bell Peppers (Green)
Bell Peppers (Other)
Blackberries
Blueberries
Bok Choy
Broccoli
Broccoli Rabe
Brussels Sprouts
Cabbage
Calaloo
Cantaloupe
Carrots
Carrots (Baby)
Cauliflower
Celeriac (Celery Root)
Celery
Chard
Cherries
Chives
Cilantro
Collard Greens
Corn
Cranberries
Cucumbers
Dandelion Greens
Dill
Edamame
Eggplant
Endive
Fiddleheads
Figs
Garlic
Garlic Scapes
Ginger
Grapefruit
Grapes
Green Beans
Hard-Rind Squash (Butternut, Acorn)
Herbs
Honeydew
Kale
Kiwi Berries
Kiwis
Kohlrabi
Leeks
Lemons
Lettuce (Butter)
Lettuce (Green Leaf)
Lettuce (Red Leaf)
Lettuce (Romaine)
Limes
Lychees
Mandarins and Clementines
Mangoes
Mint
Mixed Salad Greens
Mushrooms (Crimini)
Mushrooms (Oyster)
Mushrooms (Portabello)
Mushrooms (Shitake)
Mushrooms (White)
Mustard Greens
Nectarines
Onions
Oranges
Oregano
Papayas
Parsley
Parsnips
Peaches
Pears
Peas
Peas-Shelling
Persimmons
Pineapple
Plums
Pluots
Pomegranates
Potatoes
Pumpkins
Radishes
Raspberries
Rosemary
Rutabagas
Sage
Scallions
Soft-Rind Squash (Zucchini, Yellow)
Spinach (Bagged)
Spinach (Loose)
Sprouts
Strawberries
Sunchokes
Sweet Potatoes
Tangelos
Tangerines
Thyme
Tomatoes (Cherry and Grape)
Tomatoes (Roma and Plum)
Tomatoes (Salad)
Turnip Greens
Turnips
Watermelon
Mushrooms (Oyster)
The Basics
The oyster mushroom got its name because of its broad, oyster-shaped cap. It is a delicacy that is frequently used in Japanese, Korean, and Chinese cuisines.
Storage Tips
Prepackaged mushrooms can be stored, unopened, in the refrigerator for about one week. Once opened, mushrooms should be moved to a paper bag and refrigerated.
Nutrition
Oyster mushrooms are a great source of tons of essential nutrients including fiber, niacin, iron, and protein. One large mushroom satsfies about 10% of the recommended daily values for both protein and iron, making it a great addition to vegetarian meals! Oyster mushrooms also contain statins, which research has shown can lower cholesterol. (Read more on Wikipedia and see more nutrition facts on Self.com.)