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Source of fiber and vitamin C
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Zucchini, pepper and tomato sauté (180 g) has 140 calories. That works out to 78 calories per 100 g. It contains 10.4 g of carbs, 2.3 g of protein, 9.9 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 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Zucchini, pepper and tomato sauté is a simple Turkish-style home dish, made by cooking chopped zucchini, peppers and tomatoes in a pan until tender. Onion and seasonings may be added, while the tomatoes release their juices and help bring the vegetables together.
It is soft and juicy, with the zucchini’s mild flavor balanced by the peppers and the tomatoes’ gentle acidity. Serve it warm or at room temperature as a side, or with bread for a light meal. It provides fiber and vitamin C, and its vegetable-forward character suits anyone looking for a straightforward meat-free dish. Use a little less oil and finish with fresh herbs for a lighter version.
Selected: 100 g
78
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
5.8g
· 2% DV
Protein
1.3g
· 3% DV
Fat
5.5g
· 7% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 30% · Protein 7% · Fat 63%
Vitamins
Vitamin C
40mg · 44% DV
B6
0.16mg · 9% DV
Vitamin E
1.15mg · 8% DV
Folate
28µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
272mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
35mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
16mg · 4% DV
Calcium
19mg · 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 78 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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.76g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.58g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.68g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.4:1).
To make zucchini, pepper and tomato sauté, soften chopped onion in oil, add the pepper and zucchini, then stir in the tomato and cook until the vegetables are tender. Keep the pan uncovered near the end so excess liquid can evaporate.
Zucchini, pepper and tomato sauté goes well with crusty bread, rice, or grains such as bulgur. For a fuller meal, pair it with beans, lentils, or grilled food; a spoonful of plain yogurt also complements its savory tomato flavor.
Cook zucchini, pepper and tomato sauté uncovered and avoid crowding the pan. Add the tomatoes after the zucchini and pepper have started to soften, and let the liquid bubble away at the end. A wide skillet helps moisture evaporate faster.
Yes, eggs make zucchini, pepper and tomato sauté a heartier dish. Once the vegetables are tender and most of their liquid has cooked off, crack in the eggs and cover the pan until they reach your preferred doneness.
No, zucchini, pepper and tomato sauté is not exactly ratatouille. Both use summer vegetables, but ratatouille is a French Provençal dish usually made with eggplant as well, and its vegetables may be cooked separately before being combined.
No, you usually do not need to peel zucchini for zucchini, pepper and tomato sauté. Rinse it well, trim the ends, and leave the skin on for color and texture. Peel it only if the skin is unusually tough or damaged.
Black pepper, garlic, and fresh parsley work well in zucchini, pepper and tomato sauté. For a Mediterranean-style flavor, add oregano or thyme; for heat, use chili flakes. Season lightly at first so the vegetables’ own flavors remain clear.
Yes, canned tomatoes work in zucchini, pepper and tomato sauté, especially when fresh tomatoes are out of season. Drain excess liquid if the canned tomatoes are very watery, then simmer the pan uncovered until the vegetables have the texture you want.
Zucchini, pepper and tomato sauté keeps for about three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it once it has cooled, reheat only the portion you plan to eat, and heat it thoroughly before serving.
Yes, you can freeze zucchini, pepper and tomato sauté, but the zucchini may turn softer and release liquid after thawing. Cool the dish first, freeze it in a sealed container, then reheat it uncovered in a skillet to cook off excess moisture.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.