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Şile pepper Calories
Low-calorie pepper rich in vitamin C and fiber
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Şile pepper (45 g) has 14 calories. That works out to 31 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.7 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 64.4 mg of Vitamin C covers 72% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Şile pepper Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 45 g
14
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
2.7g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.9g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 79% · Protein 15% · Fat 6%
Şile pepper nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (45 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 14 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.7 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Şile pepper?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 45 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 9 kcal |
| ½ cup (chopped) | 45 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 19 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 70 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 90 g | 28 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 31 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 100 g | 31 kcal |
Calculated from 31 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Şile pepper
What is Şile pepper?
Şile pepper is a pepper associated with Şile, a district of Istanbul, Turkey. The name may not identify one standardized variety everywhere, so peppers sold under it can differ in shape and heat; taste a small piece before using a large amount.
Is Şile pepper spicy?
Şile pepper can be mild or noticeably hot; its heat is not guaranteed to be identical from one pepper to another. If you are sensitive to spice, taste a small piece first and adjust the amount in your dish.
How do you cook Şile pepper?
You can sauté, grill, roast, or add Şile pepper to cooked dishes. Taste it before adding it to a recipe, since the heat can vary, and remove the pale inner ribs if you want a milder result.
Can you pickle Şile pepper?
Yes, Şile pepper can be pickled like other fresh peppers. Wash and dry the peppers, then use a clean jar and a tested pickling recipe. Follow its brine proportions and storage instructions rather than guessing, especially for shelf-stable pickles.
How is Şile pepper different from Turkish sivri biber?
The names describe different things: Şile pepper is associated with a place, while “sivri” usually describes a pointed pepper shape. They may look or taste similar, but the names do not guarantee that they are the same variety.
Can you roast Şile pepper?
Yes, Şile pepper can be roasted whole or halved until softened and lightly blistered. Let it cool before handling, then remove the stem and, if desired, the inner ribs. Roasting brings out sweetness but does not reliably remove all the heat.
Can you eat Şile pepper raw?
Yes, Şile pepper can be eaten raw after it has been rinsed well and the stem removed. Slice it into salads or serve it with other vegetables; taste a small piece first if you do not know how spicy that pepper is.
How should you store Şile pepper?
Keep Şile pepper dry and unwashed in the refrigerator’s crisper drawer, in a breathable bag or container. Wash it just before use, since trapped moisture can make fresh peppers soften or spoil sooner.
Can you freeze Şile pepper?
Yes, you can freeze Şile pepper after washing and drying it thoroughly. Remove the stems and freeze the peppers whole or chopped. Freezing softens their texture, so they work better in cooked dishes than in fresh salads.
What can you use instead of Şile pepper?
For a mild dish, use another fresh green pepper with a similar size and texture. If you want more heat, choose a hot pepper and add it gradually; there is no exact substitute because Şile pepper’s heat can vary.
Şile pepper Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
64.35mg · 72% DV
B6
0.1mg · 6% DV
Folate
20.7µg · 5% DV
Vitamin K
3.33µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
95mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
10mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Sodium
1.8mg · 0% DV
Şile pepper Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Şile pepper
To burn the 14 calories in 1 piece (medium) (45 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Şile pepper?
Şile pepper is a fresh pepper associated with Şile, a coastal district of Istanbul in northwestern Turkey. It is used much like other local peppers: eaten raw, cooked into dishes, or preserved as pickles. Its skin is delicate and its flesh crisp, with a peppery flavour that can vary in heat from one pepper to another.
In Turkey, it may appear alongside tomatoes and cheese at breakfast, or be grilled, added to home cooking, and served as a pickle. Its nutritional profile is light, with 31 calories and 2.1 g of fibre per 100 g; peppers are also known for their vitamin C. If you prefer less heat, taste a small piece first and remove the seeds before cooking.
How Nutritious Is Şile pepper?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Şile pepper Processed?
NOVA 1
Unprocessed
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 Şile pepper Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Şile 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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Şile pepper Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.06g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5:1).
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