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Source of vitamin C and calcium
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Cheesy Pepper Skillet (180 g) has 227 calories. That works out to 126 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.2 g of carbs, 13 g of protein, 16.9 g of fat and 2.9 g of fiber. Its 95.4 mg of Vitamin C covers 106% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
227
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
9.2g
· 3% DV
Protein
13g
· 26% DV
Fat
16.9g
· 22% DV
Fiber
2.9g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 15% · Protein 22% · Fat 63%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 227 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.9 g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 7.83 g | 39% |
| Trans fat | 0.22 g | |
| Sodium | 558 mg | 24% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.2 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% |
| Protein | 13 g | 26% |
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 serving (medium) | 180 g | 227 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 18 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 38 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (medium) | 55 g | 69 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 140 g | 176 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 315 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 350 g | 441 kcal |
Calculated from 126 calories per 100 g.
Cheesy Pepper Skillet is a simple dish of peppers cooked in a pan and topped with melted cheese. It is a Turkish-style home-cooking preparation; recipes vary, and some versions add tomato, onion, or chilli.
To make Cheesy Pepper Skillet, sauté sliced peppers in a little oil until tender, then scatter grated cheese over them. Cover the pan until the cheese melts, and serve while hot.
Bell peppers make Cheesy Pepper Skillet mild and sweet, while Turkish sivri or çarliston peppers give it a more distinctive, sometimes sharper flavour. Choose peppers of similar thickness so they cook evenly.
Cheesy Pepper Skillet is commonly made with kaşar, a Turkish semi-hard melting cheese. If you cannot find it, use a mild cheese that melts well, such as mozzarella or young provolone; the flavour will differ.
Cheesy Pepper Skillet can turn watery when the pan is crowded or the peppers release more liquid than can evaporate. Use a wide pan, cook in batches if needed, and let excess moisture cook off before adding the cheese.
Yes, roasted peppers work in Cheesy Pepper Skillet and give it a softer texture and deeper, sweeter flavour. Drain them well first, warm them in the pan, then add the cheese just long enough for it to melt.
No, Cheesy Pepper Skillet does not have to be spicy. Use sweet bell peppers for a mild version, or add hot peppers or chilli flakes if you want heat; taste before adding extra seasoning.
Yes, you can finish Cheesy Pepper Skillet under an oven grill if the pan is oven-safe. Cook the peppers on the stovetop first, add the cheese, then grill briefly until melted and lightly browned.
Cheesy Pepper Skillet pairs well with crusty bread, a crisp salad, or plain yogurt. Serve it as a light meal or as a side alongside grilled meat, beans, or another simple main dish.
Store leftover Cheesy Pepper Skillet in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Reheat it gently in a pan or microwave; the peppers may soften and the cheese may not regain its original texture.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
95.4mg · 106% DV
B2
0.4mg · 31% DV
B12
0.68µg · 28% DV
B6
0.36mg · 21% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
270mg · 39% DV
Calcium
369mg · 37% DV
Selenium
15µg · 27% DV
Sodium
558mg · 24% DV
Potassium ⭐
306mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 227 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Cheesy Pepper Skillet is a Turkish home-style dish of peppers softened in a pan and topped with kaşar, a mild Turkish semi-hard cheese, which melts into the vegetables. It can be made with green or mixed-colour peppers, and the balance of sweetness and savoury flavour varies with the peppers and how far they are cooked.
Serve it hot for breakfast, as a quick lunch or supper, or as a side with bread and a fresh salad. The cheese contributes protein and calcium, while peppers bring vitamin C; much of the dish’s richness comes from the cheese and cooking fat. For a lighter skillet, use less oil and cheese, and add tomatoes or herbs for extra freshness.
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 2
Minimally Processed
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
7.83g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.67g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.02g
Omega 6:3 ratio 21:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (21:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.