1 serving (medium) of Sauteed Red Pepper (80 g) has 36 calories. That works out to 45 calories per 100 g. It contains 6 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 1.2 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 88 mg of Vitamin C covers 98% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Sauteed Red Pepper Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

7.5g

· 3% DV

Protein

1.2g

· 2% DV

Fat

1.5g

· 2% 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 62% · Protein 10% · Fat 28%

Sauteed Red Pepper Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin C

110mg · 122% DV

0.3mg · 18% DV

Vitamin A

157µg · 17% DV

Vitamin E

2.4mg · 16% DV

Minerals

Iron

1mg · 6% DV

Potassium ⭐

210mg · 6% DV

Magnesium

16mg · 4% DV

Phosphorus

26mg · 4% DV

How Nutritious Is Sauteed Red Pepper?

Nutrient density

High

70/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

50/ 100

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.

Sauteed Red Pepper Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Low

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Sauteed Red Pepper

To burn the 45 calories in 100 g:

🚶

11min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

5min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

6min

Cycling

🏊

5min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

Is Sauteed Red Pepper Processed?

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.

Does Sauteed Red Pepper Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free

Dairy free

Eggs free

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Sauteed Red Pepper Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Sauteed Red Pepper Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.2g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.1g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.12g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sauteed Red Pepper

How many calories are in sautéed red pepper?

Sautéed red pepper contains 45 calories per 100 g. That serving also provides 1.2 g of protein, 7.5 g of carbohydrates, and 1.5 g of fat.

Is sautéed red pepper low glycemic?

Sautéed red pepper has a glycemic index of 35, which is considered low. It provides 2.5 g of fiber per 100 g and is compatible with vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, Mediterranean, and Paleo diets.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.

· Last updated: September 23, 2026