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Low-calorie salad rich in vitamin C and fiber
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Salad with Charleston pepper (150 g) has 42 calories. That works out to 28 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.1 g of carbs, 1.7 g of protein, 0.5 g of fat and 2.7 g of fiber. Its 117 mg of Vitamin C covers 130% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
42
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
8.1g
· 3% DV
Protein
1.7g
· 3% DV
Fat
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fiber
2.7g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 74% · Protein 16% · Fat 10%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 42 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.5 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.06 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 12 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.1 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% |
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% |
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) | 150 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 35 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 70 g | 20 kcal |
| 2 piece (whole) | 70 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 90 g | 25 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 120 g | 34 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 70 kcal |
Calculated from 28 calories per 100 g.
Salad with Charleston pepper is a fresh salad featuring Charleston peppers, a long pepper commonly used in Turkish cooking. Recipes vary, but chopped tomato, cucumber, onion, herbs, lemon juice, and olive oil are common additions.
To make salad with Charleston pepper, wash and slice the peppers, then toss them with chopped vegetables such as tomato and cucumber. Dress with lemon juice and olive oil just before serving so the vegetables stay crisp.
Charleston pepper is usually mild, with a fresh, slightly sweet pepper flavor that works well raw in salad. Heat can vary from pepper to pepper, so taste a small piece before adding several to the dish.
Yes, Charleston pepper is commonly eaten raw in salad. Wash it under running water, dry it, and slice it thinly; raw slices add crunch without needing to cook or peel the pepper.
No, removing the seeds is optional when making salad with Charleston pepper. Leave them in for quicker preparation, or halve the peppers lengthwise and scrape out the seeds and inner ribs for a tidier, softer bite.
Yes, roasted Charleston peppers make a softer, sweeter version of salad with Charleston pepper. Roast them until blistered, let them cool, and remove the skins before combining the peppers with fresh herbs and a simple dressing.
A mild long green pepper is the closest substitute for Charleston pepper in this salad. A sweet banana pepper can also work, though its shape and flavor may differ; taste it first because some varieties are hotter.
You can wash and chop the ingredients for salad with Charleston pepper ahead of time, but keep them chilled and separate from the dressing. Add lemon juice and oil shortly before serving to help prevent the vegetables from softening.
Salad with Charleston pepper is best eaten fresh, but leftovers can be refrigerated in a covered container and eaten within about a day. The vegetables may release liquid and lose their crunch, especially once dressed.
Salad with Charleston pepper pairs well with grilled fish, meat, beans, or other savory main dishes. Its fresh, lightly peppery flavor also makes it a good side for a sandwich or a spread of Turkish-style mezze.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
117mg · 130% DV
Vitamin K
27µg · 23% DV
B6
0.27mg · 16% DV
Folate
33µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
315mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.18mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
36mg · 5% DV
Sodium
12mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Salad with Charleston pepper is a Turkish-style salad built around long, mild Charleston peppers. They are often chopped with tomato, onion and parsley, then dressed with lemon juice and olive oil; home recipes vary with the season and what is on hand.
The peppers have a crisp, juicy bite and a gentle sweetness, which works well with the tangy dressing. In Turkey, the salad is commonly served as a fresh side with grilled foods or a home-cooked meal, and it also fits easily alongside everyday dishes elsewhere. It is a light choice with fibre and vitamin C. For a lighter dressing, use a little olive oil and let lemon and fresh herbs bring the flavour.
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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.06g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.05g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.15g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.