Pepper (C. Annuum) · Capsicum annuum
Peppers, hot chili, green, raw
Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion
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Excellent nutrient density 55/100
How many beneficial nutrients Peppers, hot chili, green, raw delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.
Caloric ratio
Where the calories in Peppers, hot chili, green, raw come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
79% from carbs
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Carbs 79%9.5 g per serving
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Fat 4%0.2 g per serving
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Protein 17%2.0 g per serving
What Peppers, hot chili, green, raw is a good source of
Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).
Full nutrition breakdown
- Beneficial
- Moderate
- Limit
- Neutral
Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.
| Carbohydrates | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.5 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | — |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | — |
| Trans Fat | 0.0 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 5.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 104.0 mg | — |
| Butyric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caproic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caprylic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Capric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 1.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 15.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 3.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 11.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Erucic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 104.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 2.0 g | |
| Histidine | 41.0 mg | — |
| Isoleucine | 65.0 mg | — |
| Leucine | 105.0 mg | — |
| Lysine | 89.0 mg | — |
| Methionine | 24.0 mg | — |
| Phenylalanine | 62.0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 74.0 mg | — |
| Tryptophan | 26.0 mg | — |
| Valine | 84.0 mg | — |
| Alanine | 82.0 mg | — |
| Arginine | 96.0 mg | — |
| Aspartic Acid | 286.0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 38.0 mg | — |
| Glutamic Acid | 264.0 mg | — |
| Glycine | 74.0 mg | — |
| Proline | 87.0 mg | — |
| Serine | 80.0 mg | — |
| Tyrosine | 42.0 mg | — |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 59.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 242.5 mg | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin E | 0.7 mg | |
| Vitamin K | 14.3 mcg | |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.1 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.1 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.0 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 23.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.0 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.1 mg | |
| Choline | 11.1 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 18.0 mg | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | |
| Magnesium | 25.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 46.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 340.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 7.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 0.3 mg | |
| Copper | 0.2 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.2 mg | |
| Selenium | 0.5 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 0.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0.0 g | — |
| Caffeine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Theobromine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Ash | 0.6 g | — |
About Peppers, hot chili, green, raw
The species Capsicum annuum covers an enormous range of peppers, from sweet, crunchy bell peppers to fiery chilies like jalapeno, serrano, cayenne, and poblano, all native to the Americas. They ripen from green to red, yellow, or orange, growing sweeter and richer in color as they mature. Peppers are very low in calories and exceptionally high in vitamin C, often more than an orange, along with vitamin A, vitamin B6, and antioxidants like beta-carotene.
The heat in chili types comes from capsaicin, the compound behind their burn, measured on the Scoville scale, while sweet bell peppers have essentially none. Bells are eaten raw, stuffed, roasted, or sauteed, while chilies flavor salsas, curries, stir-fries, and hot sauces, and dried and ground they become paprika, cayenne, and chili powder. Roasting deepens their sweetness and loosens the skins. Choose firm, glossy peppers that feel heavy for their size with tight, unwrinkled skin, and store them unwashed in the crisper drawer of the refrigerator.
Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Peppers, hot chili, green, raw?
There are 40 calories in 100 g of Peppers, hot chili, green, raw, or about 18 calories in 1 pepper (45 g).
How much protein is in Peppers, hot chili, green, raw?
Peppers, hot chili, green, raw contains 2.0 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Peppers, hot chili, green, raw?
Peppers, hot chili, green, raw has 9.5 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Peppers, hot chili, green, raw?
Peppers, hot chili, green, raw provides 0.2 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Peppers, hot chili, green, raw a good source of?
Peppers, hot chili, green, raw is an excellent source of Vitamin C (269% DV) and a good source of Copper, Vitamin B6, Vitamin K and Manganese (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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