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Lightly sautéed, low in calories and rich in vitamin C.
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Sautéed charliston pepper (120 g) has 107 calories. That works out to 89 calories per 100 g. It contains 7 g of carbs, 1.3 g of protein, 8.5 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 96 mg of Vitamin C covers 107% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
107
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
7g
· 3% DV
Protein
1.3g
· 3% DV
Fat
8.5g
· 11% 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 26% · Protein 5% · Fat 69%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 107 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.5 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 0.96 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 1.3 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) | 120 g | 107 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 13 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 31 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (chopped) | 40 g | 36 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (medium) | 45 g | 40 kcal |
| ½ cup (chopped) | 80 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 80 g | 71 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 89 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 105 g | 93 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 160 g | 142 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 160 kcal |
Calculated from 89 calories per 100 g.
To make sautéed charliston pepper, wash and thoroughly dry the peppers, remove the stems, and cook them in a little oil over medium heat, turning often until tender and browned. Leave space in the pan so they sauté rather than steam.
Sautéed charliston pepper is usually mild, lightly sweet, and vegetal, rather than hot. Individual peppers can vary, so taste a small piece before cooking if you are sensitive to heat; removing the seeds and inner ribs can make a pepper taste milder.
No, sautéed charliston pepper usually does not need peeling because its skin is thin and edible. If the peppers have been charred until the skin blisters and darkens, let them cool first, then peel them for a softer texture.
You do not have to remove the seeds from sautéed charliston pepper. For easier eating and a milder result, cut off the stem and shake out the seeds before cooking; remove the pale inner ribs too if the pepper tastes hot.
Sautéed charliston pepper can turn soggy when the pan is crowded or the peppers are still wet after washing. Dry them well, cook in a wide pan in a single layer, and keep the lid off so moisture can escape.
Yes, you can freeze sautéed charliston pepper, though it may be softer after thawing. Cool it completely, portion it into airtight freezer containers, and use the thawed peppers in eggs, sauces, or cooked dishes rather than expecting a crisp texture.
Sautéed charliston pepper keeps for about 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Let it cool before storing, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat; discard it if it develops an off smell or visible spoilage.
Sautéed charliston pepper pairs well with grilled meat, chicken, fish, eggs, and rice or bean dishes. It also works as a cold side with yogurt or in a sandwich; add it after cooking if you want its pepper flavor to stand out.
Yes, sautéed charliston pepper can replace bell pepper in many cooked dishes, but it is narrower and usually has thinner walls, so it softens faster. Cut it into larger pieces and shorten the cooking time to keep some texture.
To keep sautéed charliston pepper from absorbing excess oil, dry the peppers and preheat a nonstick or well-seasoned pan before adding a small amount of oil. Avoid cooking a crowded batch, which traps moisture and can encourage prolonged cooking.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
96mg · 107% DV
Vitamin E
2.04mg · 14% DV
B6
0.22mg · 13% DV
Vitamin K
10.2µg · 9% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
228mg · 7% DV
Manganese
0.14mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
26mg · 4% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Charliston peppers are long, thin-skinned Turkish peppers, usually mild rather than hot. For sautéed charliston pepper, they’re cooked in a pan until tender and lightly browned; the amount of oil used can vary. The result is soft, with a gentle sweetness and a little savoury richness from the cooking fat.
In Turkish cooking, it may be served at breakfast with eggs, cheese and bread, or as a side dish or part of a meze spread. It pairs well with grilled foods and cool yoghurt. The peppers contribute fibre and vitamin C, while the oil adds to the dish’s energy content. For a lighter serving, use just enough oil to coat the pan, or drain the peppers briefly before serving.
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.96g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.52g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.28g
Omega 6:3 ratio 43.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (43.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.