Calories in Capsicum / Bell Pepper

Capsicum / Bell Pepper has about 20 calories per 1 capsicum (100 g), with 0.9 g protein, 4.6 g carbs and 0.2 g fat. Per 100 g it has 20 kcal.

Featured in: Vitamin C-Rich Foods

Very low calorieRich in vitamin C
20kcal
Calories · 1 capsicum (100 g)
0.9g
Protein · 1 capsicum (100 g)
4.6g
Carbs · 1 capsicum (100 g)
0.2g
Fat · 1 capsicum (100 g)
Carbs 77%Protein 15%Fat 8%share of calories

Capsicum / Bell Pepper calories by serving size

ServingCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
1 capsicum (100 g)20 kcal0.9 g4.6 g0.2 g
100 g20 kcal0.9 g4.6 g0.2 g

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Capsicum / Bell Pepper nutrition facts

NutrientPer 100 g
Calories20 kcal
Protein0.9 g
Carbohydrates4.6 g
Fat0.2 g
Fibre1.7 g
Sugar2.4 g
Sodium3 mg
Calcium10 mg
Iron0.3 mg
Potassium175 mg
Vitamin C80.4 mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central. Values are for the ready-to-eat form unless the name says raw or dry, and vary with recipe, oil and portion.

Coach's take: is Capsicum / Bell Pepper healthy?

  • ●Capsicum / Bell Pepper is very low in calories for its volume at 20 kcal per 100 g. About 77% of its calories come from carbs, 15% from protein and 8% from fat.
  • ●For fat loss it's an easy fit: you get a satisfying portion for relatively few calories.

To burn it off: 1 capsicum (100 g) (20 kcal) takes about 4 min of brisk walking or 2 min of running for a 70 kg adult.

Capsicum / Bell Pepper: frequently asked questions

How many calories are in one serving of Capsicum / Bell Pepper?

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One serving of Capsicum / Bell Pepper, 1 capsicum (100 g), has roughly 20 calories, with 0.9 g protein, 4.6 g carbohydrates, 0.2 g fat and 1.7 g fibre.

How many calories are in 100 g of Capsicum / Bell Pepper?

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100 g of Capsicum / Bell Pepper has 20 kcal, with 0.9 g protein, 4.6 g carbs, 0.2 g fat, 1.7 g fibre and 2.4 g sugar.

How much protein is in Capsicum / Bell Pepper?

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Capsicum / Bell Pepper has 0.9 g protein per 100 g (0.9 g in 1 capsicum (100 g)). Protein provides about 15% of its calories.

Is Capsicum / Bell Pepper good for weight loss?

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Yes. At 20 kcal per 100 g it is very low in calories for its volume, so it fits a weight-loss diet well.

How long does it take to burn off one serving of Capsicum / Bell Pepper?

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Burning roughly 20 kcal takes about 4 minutes of brisk walking or 2 minutes of running for a 70 kg adult. It takes longer if you're lighter and less time if you're heavier.

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