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Low calorie, high fiber, rich in antioxidants, vegan
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Tomato Pepper Saute (120 g) has 46 calories. That works out to 38 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.6 g of carbs, 1.6 g of protein, 1.3 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 57.6 mg of Vitamin C covers 64% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Tomato pepper sauté is a simple Turkish home-style dish of chopped tomatoes and green peppers softened together in a pan, usually with a little oil. It is especially popular when tomatoes are ripe and plentiful; some cooks add onion or spices, while others keep the flavour straightforward.
The tomatoes become juicy and gently sweet-tart, coating the tender peppers, which may retain a little bite. Serve it warm with bread, as a side for grilled meat or beans, or alongside eggs for a more substantial breakfast. It is a light, vegetable-forward choice, with 2.1 g of fibre per 100 g. Use just enough oil to soften the vegetables if you want to keep the dish lighter.
Selected: 100 g
38
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
7.2g
· 3% DV
Protein
1.3g
· 3% DV
Fat
1.1g
· 1% DV
Fiber
2.1g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 66% · Protein 12% · Fat 22%
Vitamins
Vitamin C
48mg · 53% DV
Vitamin A
420µg · 47% DV
B6
0.13mg · 8% DV
Vitamin E
1.2mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
260mg · 8% DV
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
27mg · 4% DV
Magnesium
13mg · 3% 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 38 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 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
0.17g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.19g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Tomato pepper saute is made by softening sliced peppers in a little oil, then cooking them with chopped tomatoes. Let the tomatoes release their juices and simmer until the mixture is tender; cooking uncovered helps it thicken.
Tomato pepper saute mainly needs tomatoes, green peppers, oil, and salt. Onion, garlic, or chili flakes are optional additions, not essential ingredients; add them if you want a deeper or spicier flavor without changing the dish's basic character.
Yes, eggs are a good addition to tomato pepper saute. Once the vegetables are tender and excess liquid has reduced, crack the eggs into the pan and cook until set; cover the pan if you prefer the tops to cook without flipping.
No, tomato pepper saute is not necessarily the same as menemen. Both can contain tomatoes and peppers, but menemen is cooked with eggs, while tomato pepper saute can be served as a vegetable dish on its own or used as a base for eggs.
Tomato pepper saute gets watery because tomatoes release liquid as they cook. Simmer it uncovered to let moisture evaporate, and avoid adding water at the start; if it is still thin, cook it a little longer before serving.
Tomato pepper saute goes well with crusty bread, rice, or grains such as bulgur. Serve it alongside eggs for breakfast, or pair it with beans, roasted vegetables, or grilled food as part of a larger meal.
No, you do not need to peel tomatoes for tomato pepper saute. The skins soften as the dish cooks; peel them only if you want a smoother texture, using briefly blanched tomatoes to make the skins easier to remove.
Tomato pepper saute keeps for about three days in the refrigerator when stored in a covered container. Cool it promptly after cooking, and use a clean spoon to serve it so the remaining portion stays fresh.
Yes, you can freeze tomato pepper saute, although the tomatoes and peppers may be softer after thawing. Cool it completely, pack it in airtight portion-sized containers, and thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating.
Reheat tomato pepper saute gently in a covered pan over low heat, stirring occasionally. If it has thickened too much in storage, add a small splash of water; heat only the portion you plan to serve.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.