Question

gabe is interested in ways to maximize the vitamin content in his fresh fruits and vegetables. all of the following are good practices to ensure maximum vitamin content preservation except ________.

multiple choice

cutting vegetables, before cooking, into large chunks to minimize surface area where vitamins can leach out

cooking vegetables in a small amount of water to minimize leaching

cutting vegetables just before cooking/serving

storing fresh produce in plastic bags at room temperature

Explanation:

Storing fresh produce in plastic bags at room temperature is not a good practice. Room temperature can accelerate spoilage and vitamin degradation. Fresh produce should ideally be stored in the refrigerator (not in plastic bags at room temp) to preserve vitamins. Cutting into large chunks (reduces surface - area for leaching), cooking in small water (minimizes leaching), and cutting just before cooking/serving (reduces oxidation time) are good for vitamin preservation.

Answer:

storing fresh produce in plastic bags at room temperature