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Very hot pepper, low in calories
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Atom pepper (15 g) has 6 calories. That works out to 40 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.3 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 21.6 mg of Vitamin C covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 15 g
6
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
1.3g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 71% · Protein 16% · Fat 13%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 6 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.05 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.3 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 5 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 16 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 45 g | 18 kcal |
| ½ cup (chopped) | 45 g | 18 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 75 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 90 g | 36 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 40 kcal |
Calculated from 40 calories per 100 g.
An atom pepper is a small, notably hot pepper used fresh, dried, or pickled. The name is used for a very spicy pepper rather than a standard measure of heat, so the intensity can vary from one pepper to another.
Atom peppers are very hot, but their heat can vary by pepper and growing conditions. If you have not tried one before, taste a tiny piece first; removing the pale inner ribs and seeds can make it less fiery.
Use atom peppers sparingly in sauces, soups, stews, and stir-fries, or add them to pickles and marinades. Chopping a small amount into the dish distributes the heat; taste as you go rather than adding several whole peppers at once.
Yes, atom peppers can be eaten raw, though their intense heat may be uncomfortable if you are not used to spicy food. Wash them before eating, start with a small piece, and avoid touching your eyes after handling them.
Yes, atom peppers can be pickled whole or cut into pieces. Pack clean, dry peppers into a jar and cover them with a vinegar-and-salt pickling liquid. Refrigerate the jar, and use clean utensils when taking peppers out.
Atom peppers can be dried after washing and thoroughly drying their surfaces. Spread them where air can circulate, or use a food dehydrator; once fully dry, store them in an airtight container away from heat and moisture.
Yes, atom peppers freeze well for later cooking. Wash and dry them thoroughly, then freeze them whole or chopped in an airtight container. Their texture may soften after thawing, so frozen peppers work best in cooked dishes.
Not necessarily. Atom pepper is a name for a very hot pepper, while bird’s eye chili refers to a distinct group of small chilies; appearance and heat can overlap, but the names do not guarantee they are the same variety.
Wear kitchen gloves when cutting atom peppers, especially if you are handling several. The spicy oils can remain on your hands and cause burning if they reach your eyes or face; wash your hands and knife thoroughly after preparation.
Yes, the capsaicin in atom peppers can trigger or worsen heartburn in some people. If spicy food brings on reflux symptoms, reduce the amount or avoid it; seek medical advice if symptoms are frequent or persistent.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
21.6mg · 24% DV
B6
0.08mg · 5% DV
Vitamin K
2.1µg · 2% DV
B3
0.18mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
48mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.03mg · 1% DV
Phosphorus
6.45mg · 1% DV
Sodium
1.05mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 6 calories in 1 piece (small) (15 g):
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Atom pepper is the Turkish name for a small, intensely hot chilli, most often encountered dried. It is used as a punchy seasoning rather than eaten in large quantities, and a little can bring sharp heat to a dish. The name is also familiar from atom, a Turkish meze of yoghurt topped with chilli briefly sizzled in oil.
Crumble it into soups, beans, eggs or stews, or serve it over thick yoghurt with bread as part of a meze spread. It is low in calories, while its heat is the main thing to account for. If you are unsure of your tolerance, start with a tiny amount; yoghurt or rice makes a cooling accompaniment.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 1
Unprocessed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.03g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.