Bioactive Compounds and Antioxidant Capacity in Anthocyanin-Rich Carrots: A Comparison between the Black Carrot and the Apulian Landrace “Polignano” Carrot

Bioactive Compounds and Antioxidant Capacity in Anthocyanin-Rich Carrots: A Comparison between the Black Carrot and the Apulian Landrace “Polignano” Carrot

The carrot is one of the most cultivated vegetables in the world. Black or purple carrots contain acylated anthocyanins which are of special interest to the food industry for their stability and nutraceutical characteristics. Anthocyanin-rich fruits and vegetables have gained popularity in the last...

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Main Authors: Federica Blando, Stefano Marchello, Gabriele Maiorano, Miriana Durante, Angelo Signore, Maura N. Laus, Mario Soccio, Giovanni Mita
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-03-01
Series:Plants
Subjects:
acylated anthocyanin
purple carrot
polyphenolic compounds
carotenoids
antioxidant activity
organic acid
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2223-7747/10/3/564

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