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Green peppers are low in calories and rich in vitamin C, providing approximately 80-90 mg per 100g raw. They also contain vitamin A, potassium, and antioxidants, with dietary fiber contributing to digestive health.
About
Green peppers (Capsicum annuum) are immature bell peppers harvested before reaching full ripeness and color maturation. Native to Central and South America, they are the unripe stage of varieties that typically mature into red, yellow, orange, or other colors. Green peppers possess a firm, thick-walled structure with a glossy surface and contain a cluster of seeds in a central cavity. The flavor profile is distinctly grassy, slightly bitter, and vegetal with minimal sweetness, offering a crisp and refreshing crunch when raw. The bitterness decreases with cooking, particularly when roasted or sautéed.
Culinary Uses
Green peppers are versatile vegetables used extensively in global cuisines, featured in stir-fries, fajitas, stews, soups, and raw salads. They are foundational to soffritto (with onions and garlic) in Spanish and Latin American cooking, and central to the "holy trinity" base in Creole cuisine when combined with onions and celery. Their sturdy texture makes them ideal for grilling, roasting, and stuffing. Raw green peppers add crunch to vegetable platters and salsas, while cooked applications soften their bitter edge. They pair well with tomatoes, onions, garlic, and spices like cumin and paprika.