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Low-calorie, hydrating, and rich in vitamin C
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (chopped) of Tomato, cucumber and green pepper (150 g) has 33 calories. That works out to 22 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.8 g of carbs, 1.5 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 47.3 mg of Vitamin C covers 53% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Tomato, cucumber and green pepper are a fresh vegetable combination used in salads around the world. Together, they also form the basis of Turkish çoban salatası, usually chopped into bite-sized pieces. The tomato brings juicy sweetness and a little acidity, cucumber keeps the mix crisp and refreshing, and green pepper adds a sharper, mildly grassy note.
Serve it alongside grilled foods, eggs or a simple lunch, or dress it with lemon and a little olive oil. It is mostly water, low in calories and provides vitamin C, making it an easy way to add fresh vegetables to a meal. For a lighter dressing, rely on lemon and herbs and use oil sparingly.
Selected: 100 g
22
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
4.5g
· 2% DV
Protein
1g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 76% · Protein 17% · Fat 7%
Vitamins
Vitamin C
31.5mg · 35% DV
Vitamin K
10.8µg · 9% DV
B6
0.1mg · 6% DV
Folate
21µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
180mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
25mg · 4% DV
Magnesium
12mg · 3% DV
Calcium
16mg · 2% 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.
To burn the 22 calories in 100 g:
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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.
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.
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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.03g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.06g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5:1).
Chop the tomato, cucumber and green pepper into bite-sized pieces and toss them together. For a simple salad, add olive oil, lemon juice and salt just before serving so the vegetables stay crisp and do not release too much liquid.
Red onion, parsley, mint, olives or crumbled feta all work well with tomato, cucumber and green pepper. A dressing of olive oil and lemon is a common choice; add salt shortly before serving to limit excess liquid.
Yes, you can chop tomato, cucumber and green pepper a little ahead and refrigerate them in a covered container. Keep the salt and dressing separate until serving, because they draw out moisture and make the salad watery.
Chopped tomato, cucumber and green pepper are best eaten the same day. Store them covered in the refrigerator; their texture softens and liquid collects as they sit, so discard them if they have been left out for a prolonged period.
No, peeling the cucumber is optional in a tomato, cucumber and green pepper salad. Wash it well under running water and leave the skin on for more crunch, or peel it if the skin feels tough or you prefer a softer texture.
You can freeze tomato, cucumber and green pepper for cooked dishes, but they will not retain a crisp salad texture. Freezing damages their structure, so thawed pieces tend to be soft and watery rather than fresh and crunchy.
Rinse tomato, cucumber and green pepper under clean running water and rub their surfaces before cutting. Do not use soap or household detergent; washing whole vegetables first also helps keep dirt from being transferred by the knife.
Yes, tomato, cucumber and green pepper make a fresh, crisp salad combination. The tomato adds juiciness, while cucumber and green pepper provide crunch; herbs, onion or a simple lemon-and-oil dressing complement them without masking their flavor.
Yes, tomato, cucumber and green pepper can be eaten together raw or served alongside a cooked meal. There is no established food-combining rule that makes this trio harmful for most people.
Keep tomato, cucumber and green pepper whole and unwashed until you are ready to prepare them, then wash and dry them. Refrigerate cucumber; keep tomatoes at room temperature for better flavor, unless they are fully ripe and need longer storage.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.