Decontamination of salmonella on sliced fruits and vegetables surfaces using a direct-current, atmospheric-pressure cold plasma

Summary form only given, as follows. Foodborne illnesses are on the rise in recent decades. Salmonella is a common microbiological agent that is considered to be responsible for a large number of cases of foodborne illnesses. They can be found in fresh, peeled, ready-to-eat fruit and vegetables, such as salads. The approaches to clean the surface of fruits and vegetables include thermal processing and chemical decontamination, which can result in some undesirable sensory, nutrition, and taste changes.