Hearts of Palm
Selection
Choose moist, intact hearts of palm that are unblemished. Avoid or discard bruised or overly soft stalks.
Storage
Fresh hearts of palm should be refrigerated immediately. Unused, tightly sealed portions can be stored for up to 2 weeks. Store cans or jars out of sunlight at room temperature. Once opened, use within 1 week.
Nutrition Benefits
Cholesterol free, low fat and an excellent source of potassium, copper, iron, phosphorous, zinc and vitamins B2, B6, and C