Calories in Bell pepper
Bell pepper contains 26 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 pepper (120 g) — carries about 31 kcal.
A red pepper has more vitamin C than an orange; roasted it stays just as light.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving — 1 pepper (120 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 26 kcal | 31 kcal |
| Protein | 1 g | 1.2 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g | 0.4 g |
| Carbohydrates | 6 g | 7.2 g |
| Fibre | 2.1 g | 2.5 g |
| Sugars | 4.2 g | 5 g |
How much exercise burns one serving?
~8 minutes
~3 minutes
Approximate, for a ~31 kcal serving and a ~70 kg adult (walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in bell pepper?
Bell pepper contains 26 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 pepper (120 g) — carries about 31 kcal.
How much protein, fat and carbohydrate does bell pepper have?
Per 100 g: 1 g protein, 0.3 g fat and 6 g carbohydrates, of which 2.1 g fibre and 4.2 g sugars.
Is bell pepper suitable for a diet?
Yes — at 26 kcal per 100 g, bell pepper is a low-calorie food that fits easily into a weight-loss plan. A red pepper has more vitamin C than an orange; roasted it stays just as light.
How much does one serving of bell pepper weigh?
The typical serving is 1 pepper (120 g) — about 120 g, which equals ~31 kcal.
How much exercise burns one serving of bell pepper?
Roughly 8 minutes of brisk walking or 3 minutes of running (approximate, for a ~70 kg adult: walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
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Values are rounded average reference figures per 100 g/ml (USDA FoodData Central and European food-composition tables). Real values vary with variety, recipe and preparation — the label of a specific product always takes precedence. This information is not medical or dietary advice.