Stuffed peppers
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 130 kcal |
| Protein | 9.0 g |
| Fat | 5.5 g |
| Carbs | 12.0 g |
Stuffed peppers are a dish of whole bell peppers filled with a savoury mixture — typically ground meat, rice or grains, and seasonings — then baked or simmered until tender. They appear across many cuisines, from Eastern European to Middle Eastern and Latin American cooking, and are usually served as a main course. Per 100 g, stuffed peppers provide 130 kcal, 9 g of protein, 5.5 g of fat, 12 g of carbohydrates and 2 g of dietary fibre, with 4.5 g of sugars. Notable micronutrients include 340 mg of potassium, 55 mg of vitamin C, and 80 mcg of vitamin A per 100 g, along with 0.5 mcg of vitamin B12. No glycemic index value is available for this dish. Stuffed peppers are compatible with gluten-free and dairy-free dietary patterns.
How many calories in stuffed peppers?
Stuffed peppers contain 130 kcal per 100 g. A single medium stuffed pepper typically weighs around 200–250 g, putting one serving at roughly 260–325 kcal depending on the filling.
How much vitamin C is in stuffed peppers?
Stuffed peppers provide 55 mg of vitamin C per 100 g, largely contributed by the bell pepper shell itself. This is a notable amount for a cooked dish, since bell peppers are one of the richer vegetable sources of this vitamin.
Are stuffed peppers gluten-free?
Stuffed peppers can be gluten-free when the filling uses rice or other gluten-free grains instead of breadcrumbs or wheat-based ingredients. The data here classifies them as both gluten-free and dairy-free, though it is always worth checking the specific recipe used.
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approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 130 kcal |
| Protein | 9.0 g |
| Fat | 5.5 g |
| Carbs | 12.0 g |
| Sugars | 4.5 g |
| Fiber | 2.0 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 1.8 g |
| Monounsaturated | 2.5 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.80 g |
| Cholesterol | 35.0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 28.0 mg |
| Iron | 1.3 mg |
| Potassium | 340 mg |
| Sodium | 340 mg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 80.0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 55.0 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.50 mcg |