Pepper (C. Annuum) · Capsicum annuum
Spices, pepper, red or cayenne
Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion
Vegetables36 forms & preparations
Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Spices, pepper, red or cayenne's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.
Very good nutrient density 53/100
How many beneficial nutrients Spices, pepper, red or cayenne 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 Spices, pepper, red or cayenne come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
53% from carbs
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Carbs 53%56.6 g per serving
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Fat 36%17.3 g per serving
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Protein 11%12.0 g per serving
What Spices, pepper, red or cayenne 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 | 56.6 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.2 g | |
| Total Sugars | 10.3 g | — |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 17.3 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.4 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 660.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 7,710.0 mg | — |
| Butyric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caproic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caprylic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Capric Acid | 30.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 30.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 90.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 2,360.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 490.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 240.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 2,510.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Erucic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 7,710.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 12.0 g |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 2,081.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 76.4 mg | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin E | 29.8 mg | |
| Vitamin K | 80.3 mcg | |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.3 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.9 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 8.7 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 2.5 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 106.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.0 mcg | |
| Choline | 51.5 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 148.0 mg | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | |
| Magnesium | 152.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 293.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 2,014.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 30.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 2.5 mg | |
| Copper | 0.4 mg | |
| Manganese | 2.0 mg | |
| Selenium | 8.8 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 0.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | 83.0 mg | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0.0 g | — |
| Caffeine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Theobromine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Ash | 6.0 g | — |
About Spices, pepper, red or cayenne
Cayenne is the fiery red spice ground from dried hot chilli peppers — pure heat in powdered form, used by the pinch to bring a clean, building burn to everything from gumbo and curries to a dash in hot chocolate.
Used in such small amounts it adds negligible calories, but it's the home of capsaicin, the compound responsible for chilli heat and the subject of much research into metabolism, pain relief and appetite. As concentrated dried pepper it's also rich in vitamin A and carries antioxidants.
A little cayenne goes a very long way — it's a spice to add cautiously and taste as you go, since its heat builds and is far easier to add than to take back.
Nutrition data from USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Spices, pepper, red or cayenne?
There are 318 calories in 100 g of Spices, pepper, red or cayenne, or about 17 calories in 1 tbsp (5 g).
How much protein is in Spices, pepper, red or cayenne?
Spices, pepper, red or cayenne contains 12.0 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Spices, pepper, red or cayenne?
Spices, pepper, red or cayenne has 56.6 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Spices, pepper, red or cayenne?
Spices, pepper, red or cayenne provides 17.3 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Spices, pepper, red or cayenne a good source of?
Spices, pepper, red or cayenne is an excellent source of Vitamin A (RAE) (231% DV), Vitamin E (199% DV), Vitamin B6 (144% DV), Dietary Fiber (97% DV), Manganese (87% DV) and Vitamin C (85% DV) and a good source of Selenium and Calcium (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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