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Fermented green chili, low calorie, source of vitamin C
In season: Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
5 piece (medium) of Pickled Green Chili (40 g) has 10 calories. That works out to 25 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.1 g of carbs, 0.4 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 22 mg of Vitamin C covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Pickled Green Chili is made by preserving slender green sivri peppers in a salty brine, sometimes with vinegar; home recipes may also include garlic or spices. The peppers can range from mild to quite hot, and brining may leave them crisp or soften them.
In Turkey, they are served as a sharp, tangy accompaniment to meals, from beans and rice to grilled dishes and sandwiches, and may also appear on a meze table. They bring plenty of flavour without adding many calories, along with some fibre and vitamin C. Their brine can make them quite salty, so drain or briefly rinse them if you prefer a milder, less salty bite.
Selected: 100 g
25
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
5.2g
· 2% DV
Protein
1.1g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.3g
· 0% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 75% · Protein 16% · Fat 9%
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Vitamins
Vitamin C
55mg · 61% DV
B6
0.15mg · 9% DV
Vitamin K
7.5µg · 6% DV
Vitamin A
55µg · 6% DV
Minerals
Sodium
850mg · 37% DV
Potassium ⭐
160mg · 5% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Manganese
0mg · 0% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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NOVA 3
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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.03g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.04g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Pickled green chili is made by packing fresh chilies into a clean jar and covering them with brine; some recipes also use vinegar. Keep the chilies submerged and follow the recipe’s fermentation or refrigeration instructions for the method you choose.
Pickled green chilies can be made either by fermenting them in brine or by preserving them in a vinegar-based mixture. Fermentation develops a tangy flavor over time, while vinegar gives an immediate sharpness; the two methods are not interchangeable in every recipe.
Pickled green chilies often soften when the fresh peppers were already limp, the brine was too weak, or the jar was kept too warm. Start with firm chilies and keep them fully submerged to help preserve their texture.
Yes, making a few small holes in green chilies helps brine reach the inside and can make pickling more even. Use a clean skewer, and make sure the peppers remain covered by the brine during preparation.
Cloudy brine can be a normal result of fermentation in pickled green chilies and does not by itself mean they have spoiled. Discard them if you see fuzzy mold or notice a slimy texture or an unpleasant, rotten smell.
Store opened pickled green chili in the refrigerator, with the peppers kept beneath the brine. Use a clean fork to remove them, since introducing food residue or dirty utensils can encourage spoilage.
Pickled green chilies may contain live microbes when they are naturally fermented and unpasteurized. Vinegar-pickled or heat-treated versions are not guaranteed to contain live cultures, so the word “pickled” alone does not mean a product is probiotic.
Pickled green chili pairs well with grilled meats, rice dishes, sandwiches, and beans because its sharp, spicy flavor cuts through richer foods. Add it as a side or chop it into a meal when you want acidity and heat.
Rinsing pickled green chili briefly under water can reduce some of its surface heat, along with some of its salty, sour flavor. Removing the seeds before eating may also make a chili seem milder.
Yes, pickled green chili can replace pickled jalapeños in many sandwiches, salads, and savory dishes, but the heat and flavor may differ. Taste a piece first and adjust the amount so the dish does not become too spicy or sour.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.