Bell Pepper Nutrition Facts: Calories, Vitamins & Minerals
Bell Pepper nutrition facts per 100 g and per serving
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Serving: one, 120 g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 27 kcal | 32 kcal |
| Energy (kilojoules) | 113 kJ | 136 kJ |
| Protein | 1.3 g | 1.6 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 0.1 g |
| incl. saturated | 0 g | 0 g |
| Total carbohydrates | 7.2 g | 8.6 g |
| incl. sugars | 3.5 g | 4.2 g |
| incl. fiber | 1.9 g | 2.3 g |
| Salt | 0 g | 0 g |
*Where the numbers come from
Values per 100 g as eaten, averaged from food composition tables (USDA FoodData Central and others) and rounded — a specific brand or recipe will differ a little. Carbohydrates are total carbohydrate, fiber included, as on a US Nutrition Facts label.
27 kcal (113 kJ) per 100 g · P/F/C 1.3/0.1/7.2 g
One medium piece (≈120 g) — 32 kcal (136 kJ) · Nutri-Score A
Per 100 g: sugar: low saturated fat: low salt: low fiber: low
Are bell peppers healthy?
Yes. On their nutrient profile, bell peppers are a healthy choice: grade A on the open 2023 Nutri-Score algorithm, the top grade.
For
- Low in calories: 27 kcal per 100 g, so a serving (one, 120 g) is 32 kcal.
- Counts toward your fruit and vegetables: a 120 g serving is 30% of the 400 g a day the WHO advises.
A typical serving (one, 120 g) has 32 kcal, 1.6 g protein, 0.1 g fat and 8.6 g carbs. Other weights in the table.
How we judge this, and the sources
The answer comes from the food's composition, not from opinion: its Nutri-Score grade on the open 2023 algorithm, a traffic light for sugar, salt, saturated fat and fiber per 100 g, and the share of daily reference amounts in a typical serving (for salt, sugar, fiber and vegetables, those of the WHO). It rates the food's nutrient profile; it is not medical advice. Formulas, thresholds and every source are on the methodology page; last checked against the sources on November 1, 2026. The short food description was written by our language model (AI) — how we check the text.
More about this food
Bell peppers are among the richest vegetables in vitamin C, especially the red and yellow ones.
protein 19%fat 3%carbs 78%
Vitamins and minerals in bell pepper
Per 100 g, the standouts are vitamin C — 128 mg, 142% of the Daily Value (#1 of 29 in our vegetables section); vitamin A — 157 mcg, 17% of the Daily Value; vitamin B6 — 0.29 mg, 17% of the Daily Value (#2 of 29 in our vegetables section).
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Serving: one, 120 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 157 mcg | 188 mcg | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 128 mg | 154 mg | 171% |
| Vitamin E | 1.6 mg | 1.9 mg | 13% |
| Vitamin K | 4.9 mcg | 5.9 mcg | 5% |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.05 mg | 0.06 mg | 5% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.09 mg | 0.1 mg | 8% |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.98 mg | 1.2 mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.29 mg | 0.35 mg | 21% |
| Folate (B9) | 46 mcg | 55 mcg | 14% |
| Potassium | 211 mg | 253 mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 12 mg | 14 mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 26 mg | 31 mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.43 mg | 0.52 mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.25 mg | 0.3 mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.11 mg | 0.13 mg | 6% |
*Where the vitamin numbers come from
Vitamins and minerals come from the USDA FoodData Central record “Peppers, sweet, red, raw” (FDC ID 170108, SR Legacy; public domain), checked October 14, 2026; the record was matched to this food by calories, protein and fat. % DV is per serving, against the FDA Daily Values used on Nutrition Facts labels (2,000-calorie diet). The table lists nutrients that reach at least 2% DV per 100 g; the rest are absent or trace. Varieties, seasons and brands differ, and cooking in water leaches some vitamin C and B vitamins.
Bell Pepper calories by weight, 50–300 g
150 g of bell pepper has 41 calories and 200 g has 54. The table gives protein, fat and carbs for each weight; for any other amount, type your own into the calculator below.
| Weight | Kcal | P / F / C, g | Fiber, g |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 g | 14 | 0.7 / 0.1 / 3.6 | 1 |
| 100 g | 27 | 1.3 / 0.1 / 7.2 | 1.9 |
| 120 g — typical serving | 32 | 1.6 / 0.1 / 8.6 | 2.3 |
| 150 g | 41 | 2 / 0.2 / 11 | 2.8 |
| 200 g | 54 | 2.6 / 0.2 / 14 | 3.8 |
| 250 g | 68 | 3.3 / 0.3 / 18 | 4.8 |
| 300 g | 81 | 3.9 / 0.3 / 22 | 5.7 |
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Calories in bell pepper by piece and serving
| Measure | Kcal | P / F / C, g |
|---|---|---|
| 1 small (75 g) | 20 | 1 / 0.1 / 5.4 |
| 1 medium (120 g) | 32 | 1.6 / 0.1 / 8.6 |
| 1 large (165 g) | 45 | 2.1 / 0.2 / 12 |
How we count
Piece weights are averages. Spoons are level US measures: 1 tsp = 4.9 ml, 1 tbsp = 14.8 ml, 1 cup = 240 ml; the weight follows the density of the food (USDA FoodData Central measure weights). The diary uses the same measures — log a portion in pieces, spoons or grams.
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Bell Pepper: calories by type and cooking method
“Calories per 100 g” depends on which kind you mean — dry or cooked, oil in the pan, what it's served with. Every row comes from the same database the diary uses.
| Per 100 g | Kcal | P / F / C, g |
|---|---|---|
| Bell pepper | 27 | 1.3 / 0.1 / 7.2 |
| Chilli pepper | 40 | 1.9 / 0.4 / 8.5 |
Calories in dishes with bell pepper
| Dish | Serving | Kcal per serving | Bell Pepper in it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tbilisi salad (beans, beef, walnuts) | 190 g | 340 | ≈40 g |
| Menemen (Turkish scrambled eggs) | 280 g | 286 | ≈50 g |
| Chicken fajitas | 450 g | 734 | ≈80 g |
| Beef fajitas | 450 g | 851 | ≈80 g |
| Di san xian (aubergine, potato and pepper) | 250 g | 323 | ≈40 g |
| Sichuan beef | 260 g | 510 | ≈41 g |
| Chashushuli (spicy beef in tomato) | 300 g | 411 | ≈41 g |
| Warm chicken salad | 220 g | 264 | ≈30 g |
How we count
Dishes are estimated from typical restaurant and home recipes — a specific kitchen will differ.
Bell Pepper: more nutrition highlights
They have 2.3 g of fiber per serving — roughly 9% of the 25 g a day most adults fall short of.
Bell Pepper: swaps and alternatives
No need to swap: bell peppers already get grade A, the top of the scale, and nothing is in the red on the per-100 g traffic light: sugar 3.5 g (red is over 22.5 g), saturated fat 0 g (over 5 g) and salt 0 g (over 1.5 g). We only suggest a swap when it fixes a real problem. How we pick swaps.
Equally good alternatives
Same food group and the same place on the plate, with a Nutri-Score grade at least as good. Figures are for 120 g, a typical serving of bell pepper.
| Food | Grade | Kcal | Protein, g | Fiber, g |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bell Pepper | A | 32 | 1.6 | 2.3 |
| Spaghetti Squash | A | 32 | 0.8 | 1.7 |
| Cauliflower | A | 30 | 2.2 | 2.8 |
| Arugula | A | 30 | 3.1 | 1.9 |
Bell Pepper vs similar foods: calories compared
| Per 100 g | Kcal | P / F / C, g |
|---|---|---|
| Tomatoes | 20 | 1.1 / 0.2 / 4.9 |
| Mushrooms | 22 | 3.1 / 0.3 / 3.3 |
| Asparagus | 22 | 2.4 / 0.2 / 4 |
| Spinach | 23 | 2.9 / 0.4 / 3.6 |
| Bell Pepper | 27 | 1.3 / 0.1 / 7.2 |
| Pumpkin | 32 | 1 / 0.1 / 7.5 |
| Okra | 33 | 1.9 / 0.2 / 7.5 |
FAQ
How many calories are in 100 g of bell pepper?
100 g of bell pepper has 27 calories, with 1.3 g protein, 0.1 g fat and 7.2 g carbohydrates (1.9 g fiber).
How many calories are in a serving of bell pepper?
A serving (one, 120 g) has 32 calories: 1.6 g protein, 0.1 g fat and 8.6 g carbs.
What are the macros of bell peppers?
Per 100 g: 1.3 g protein, 7.2 g carbs and 0.1 g fat. By calories that's about 19% protein, 78% carbs and 3% fat.
What vitamins and minerals are in bell pepper?
Per 100 g, bell pepper is richest in vitamin C (128 mg, 142% DV), vitamin A (157 mcg, 17% DV), vitamin B6 (0.29 mg, 17% DV) — from USDA FoodData Central record 170108.
How many calories are in one bell pepper?
A medium one (about 120 g) has 32 calories; a small one (75 g) 20 and a large one (165 g) 45.
How much fiber is in bell peppers?
100 g of bell pepper has 1.9 g of fiber; a serving (one, 120 g) has 2.3 g — 9% of the 25 g a day the WHO recommends.
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