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Low calorie, rich in vitamin C, contains fiber
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Roasted green pepper (120 g) has 37 calories. That works out to 31 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.2 g of carbs, 1.2 g of protein, 0.4 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 96.5 mg of Vitamin C covers 107% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
37
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
7.2g
· 3% DV
Protein
1.2g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 77% · Protein 13% · Fat 10%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 37 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 3.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.2 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% |
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 (medium) | 120 g | 37 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 30 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 19 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 60 g | 19 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 90 g | 28 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 31 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 150 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 56 kcal |
Calculated from 31 calories per 100 g.
Roast green peppers under a broiler, over a flame, or in a hot pan, turning them until the skins blister and the flesh softens. Let them rest covered briefly afterward; trapped steam loosens the skin and makes peeling easier.
Usually, yes: peeling roasted green peppers removes the blistered, papery skin and gives them a softer texture. Resting them in a covered bowl after roasting helps loosen the skin. Leaving some skin on is safe if you prefer its texture.
Let roasted green peppers cool enough to handle, then slit them lengthwise and lift out the seed cluster and pale inner ribs. A spoon or your fingers works well; avoid rinsing them, since water can wash away their roasted flavor.
Yes, roasted green peppers freeze well for later use in cooked dishes. Cool them first, remove the skins and seeds if desired, and pack them in airtight portions. Their texture may be softer after thawing, so they work especially well in sauces and soups.
Store roasted green peppers in a covered container in the refrigerator once they have cooled. Keep them out of the refrigerator only while serving, and use a clean utensil to take portions; discard them if they develop an unusual smell or appearance.
Choose peppers with firm flesh and intact skins; both long, thin green peppers and larger, fleshy varieties can be roasted. Thin peppers cook quickly, while thicker-fleshed peppers are easier to peel and hold their shape well in salads.
A bitter taste can come from heavily charred skin or from the natural flavor of the pepper variety. Peel away blackened skin and remove the pale inner ribs; if the flesh itself tastes unpleasantly bitter, do not use that pepper.
Yes, roasted green peppers can replace roasted red peppers, but the dish will taste less sweet and often more vegetal. They work well in sandwiches, dips, sauces, and salads; adjust the seasoning if the recipe relies on red peppers' sweetness.
Roasted green peppers are not necessarily spicy; their heat depends on the variety. Some long green peppers are mild, while others are hot, and roasting does not reliably remove that heat. Taste a small piece before adding them to a dish.
Yes, roasted green peppers can be a nutritious addition to meals. They provide vitamin C and fiber, and roasting without a generous amount of oil keeps them light; prolonged cooking can reduce some heat-sensitive vitamin C.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
96.48mg · 107% DV
B6
0.26mg · 15% DV
Vitamin K
8.88µg · 7% DV
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.14mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
210mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
24mg · 3% DV
Sodium
3.6mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Roasted green pepper is made by cooking green peppers over a flame, under a grill or in an oven until softened and lightly charred. It is a familiar preparation in Turkish home cooking, where the peppers may be served whole or sliced, with the skin peeled off if desired.
Roasting brings out a gentle sweetness and smoky flavour, while leaving the flesh tender. Serve it as part of a meze spread, alongside grilled food, or with bread and a spoonful of yoghurt; olive oil and lemon make a simple dressing. It is a light vegetable choice with fibre and vitamin C. For a lighter serving, go easy on the added oil.
Very 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.
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
0.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.