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Fiber-rich, low-calorie sautéed vegetable dish
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Sauteed dried zucchini and peppers (120 g) has 94 calories. That works out to 78 calories per 100 g. It contains 10.7 g of carbs, 2.5 g of protein, 5 g of fat and 4.3 g of fiber. Its 252 µg of Vitamin A covers 28% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
94
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
10.7g
· 4% DV
Protein
2.5g
· 5% DV
Fat
5g
· 6% DV
Fiber
4.3g
· 15% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 44% · Protein 10% · Fat 46%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 94 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 216 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 10.7 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% |
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% |
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 | 94 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 18 g | 14 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (medium) | 54 g | 42 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 70 g | 55 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 140 g | 109 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 220 g | 172 kcal |
Calculated from 78 calories per 100 g.
To make sauteed dried zucchini and peppers, soften the dried vegetables first, then cook them in a pan with onion and oil. Many home cooks add tomato paste and spices; drain the vegetables well before sautéing so the dish does not turn watery.
Yes, dried zucchini and peppers need rehydrating before they are sautéed. Soak them in warm water or briefly simmer them until pliable, then drain; this helps them cook evenly instead of staying tough in the pan.
The basic ingredients are dried zucchini, dried peppers, onion, and oil. Garlic, tomato paste, chili, or herbs are common additions, while some versions are served with yogurt. The exact mix varies with the cook and the type of dried pepper.
Sauteed dried zucchini and peppers usually turn out tough when the vegetables have not softened enough before cooking. Rehydrate them longer or simmer them briefly, and add a splash of hot water to the pan if they remain firm while sautéing.
You can make a similar sauté with fresh zucchini and peppers, but it will not have the concentrated flavor or chewy texture of sauteed dried zucchini and peppers. Fresh vegetables also release more water, so cook them uncovered until that moisture evaporates.
Serve sauteed dried zucchini and peppers with plain yogurt, rice, or crusty bread. It also works as a side for grilled meat or a plant-based main; a cool yogurt dip makes a particularly good contrast to the savory dried vegetables.
Sauteed dried zucchini and peppers keep for about 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Let the dish cool before storing it, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat rather than repeatedly warming the whole batch.
Yes, sauteed dried zucchini and peppers can be frozen in airtight, meal-sized containers once cooled. Thaw them in the refrigerator and reheat in a pan; add a little water if the vegetables seem dry after thawing.
Mild dried peppers give sauteed dried zucchini and peppers a savory flavor without overwhelming the zucchini; hot dried peppers make it noticeably spicier. Remove seeds for less heat, and cut the peppers into pieces similar in size to the zucchini.
Yes, sauteed dried zucchini and peppers can be eaten cold or at room temperature, much like a vegetable meze. A little olive oil and lemon can brighten the flavor after chilling; add yogurt just before serving rather than storing it mixed in.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
252µg · 28% DV
Vitamin C
21.6mg · 24% DV
B6
0.22mg · 13% DV
Vitamin E
1.44mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
372mg · 11% DV
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
Sodium
216mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Sauteed dried zucchini and peppers is a home-style dish made by softening dried zucchini and peppers, then cooking them in a pan with oil. In Turkey, vegetables are often dried in season and kept for colder months, so this is a way to bring their concentrated, summery flavour to the table year-round.
The softened vegetables are tender but retain a slight chew, with a more intense taste than their fresh counterparts. Serve the dish warm as a side or meze, or let it cool and pair it with bread, rice or yogurt. It provides 3.6 g of fibre per 100 g and is relatively light at 78 calories per 100 g. Use a modest amount of oil for a lighter serving, or add fresh vegetables alongside.
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
0.7g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.52g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.97g
Omega 6:3 ratio 23.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (23.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.