Bell Pepper (Red) Nutrition Facts
Red bell peppers are among the highest vitamin C foods available, containing more than oranges. Fully ripened on the vine, they offer sweet flavor and powerful antioxidants including lycopene and beta-carotene for cellular protection.
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving
Health Benefits
- ✓Extremely high in vitamin C (142% DV)
- ✓Rich in antioxidants lycopene and beta-carotene
- ✓Supports collagen production for skin health
- ✓May improve eye health with zeaxanthin
- ✓Low calorie with high nutrient density
Best For
Storage
Store unwashed bell peppers in the refrigerator crisper drawer for 1-2 weeks. Cut peppers should be stored in an airtight container and used within 3-4 days.
Serving Sizes
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are red bell peppers sweeter than green?
Red bell peppers are fully ripened green peppers. As they ripen, starches convert to sugars (increasing from 2% to 4% sugar content), and vitamin C content nearly doubles. They also develop more beta-carotene.
How do the colors of bell peppers differ nutritionally?
Red peppers have the most vitamin C (127mg) and vitamin A, followed by yellow (183mg C but less A), then orange, and finally green (80mg C). Red peppers are the most nutritionally dense.
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