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Provides monounsaturated fat from olive oil and vitamin C from vegetables
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Tomato peppers in olive oil (150 g) has 144 calories. That works out to 96 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.8 g of carbs, 1.8 g of protein, 11.1 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 72 mg of Vitamin C covers 80% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Tomato peppers in olive oil is a simple home-style dish of peppers softened in olive oil and cooked with tomatoes. Recipes vary with the type of pepper and local preference; some versions include onion, while others keep the ingredients spare. It is associated with Turkish cooking, where olive-oil vegetable dishes are often served at room temperature as well as warm.
The peppers turn tender and the tomato adds a gentle tang, making the dish easy to serve as a side, a meze-style plate or a light lunch with bread. Its fat comes mainly from the olive oil, while the vegetables contribute fibre. For a lighter serving, use the oil sparingly; it also pairs well with grains, beans or a simple salad.
Selected: 100 g
96
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
6.5g
· 2% DV
Protein
1.2g
· 2% DV
Fat
7.4g
· 9% 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 27% · Protein 5% · Fat 68%
Vitamins
Vitamin C
48mg · 53% DV
B6
0.18mg · 11% DV
Vitamin E
1.55mg · 10% DV
Vitamin K
9.5µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Sodium
180mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
235mg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
29mg · 4% DV
Magnesium
12mg · 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.
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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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.72g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.2:1).
Tomato peppers in olive oil are made by softening sliced peppers in olive oil, then simmering them with chopped or grated tomatoes. Cook over low heat until the peppers are tender and the tomatoes form a thick sauce, then season to taste.
Sweet frying peppers or pointed peppers work well in tomato peppers in olive oil. Bell peppers make a thicker, sweeter dish, while long thin peppers cook down more quickly; you can combine varieties for a mix of textures.
Tomato peppers in olive oil can be served warm, at room temperature, or cold. Serve them warm as a vegetable side, or chill them for a mezze-style dish; letting them sit briefly after cooking helps the flavors meld.
Tomato peppers in olive oil pair well with crusty bread, rice, or grilled fish and meat. They also work as part of a mezze spread alongside yogurt dips, olives, and other small plates.
Tomato peppers in olive oil keep for about 3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Cool the dish promptly after cooking, and take out only the portion you plan to serve.
Yes, you can freeze tomato peppers in olive oil, but the peppers may turn softer and release more liquid after thawing. Cool the dish first, freeze it in portions, and reheat it thoroughly after defrosting.
No, you do not need to fry the peppers first. Soften them directly in a little olive oil before adding the tomatoes; this keeps the preparation simple and avoids giving the dish a heavily fried texture.
Yes, canned chopped or crushed tomatoes work in tomato peppers in olive oil. Drain off excess liquid if they are particularly watery, then simmer the mixture uncovered near the end so the sauce thickens around the peppers.
Tomato peppers in olive oil are usually served as a side or a small plate, but you can make them a more filling meal by adding eggs while the vegetables simmer. Serve with bread or grains to round out the meal.
To keep tomato peppers in olive oil from getting watery, use ripe but firm tomatoes and simmer the mixture uncovered until excess liquid evaporates. Stir occasionally and avoid adding water, since the vegetables release moisture as they cook.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.