Bell pepper

bell pepper, (Capsicum annuum), pepper cultivar in the nightshade family (Solanaceae), grown for its thick, mild fruits. Bell peppers are used in salads and in cooked dishes and are high in vitamin A and vitamin C. The large furrowed fruits are technically berries and can be green, red, yellow, or orange.

Bell peppers are low in calories and high in nutrients, including several important vitamins, including Vitamin A, C, E,K,B6, Calcium,Iron, Potassium, Magnesium,...

Nutrients per Serving

A cup of fresh, sliced red pepper contains:

• Calories: 23
• Protein: 1 gram
• Fat: 0 grams
• Carbohydrates: 4 grams
• Fiber: 1 gram
• Sugar: 3 grams
• Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
• Sodium: 3 milligrams