Bell Pepper (Yellow) Nutrition Facts
Yellow bell peppers are mid-ripeness peppers with a milder, sweeter flavor than green but less sweet than red. They offer the highest vitamin C content of all bell pepper colors and a bright, cheerful appearance in dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving
Health Benefits
- ✓Highest vitamin C of all bell peppers (306% DV)
- ✓Rich in folate for cell division and DNA synthesis
- ✓Contains lutein and zeaxanthin for eye health
- ✓Low sodium, heart-healthy vegetable
- ✓Good source of potassium for blood pressure
Best For
Storage
Keep yellow bell peppers unwashed in a plastic bag in the refrigerator crisper for 1-2 weeks. They're more perishable than green peppers. Cut peppers last 2-3 days refrigerated.
Serving Sizes
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do yellow bell peppers have more vitamin C than red?
Yellow bell peppers have the highest vitamin C content at 183.5mg per 100g (204% DV), compared to 128mg in red and 80mg in green. The vitamin C peaks at the yellow-orange stage before the pepper fully ripens to red.
What gives yellow bell peppers their color?
Yellow peppers get their color from carotenoids, specifically lutein and zeaxanthin (different from the beta-carotene in red peppers). These same compounds are beneficial for eye health and may help prevent macular degeneration.
Are yellow bell peppers worth the higher price?
Yellow peppers cost more because they require longer growing time than green. Nutritionally, they offer superior vitamin C content and sweeter flavor. For raw eating and vitamin C, they're excellent value. For cooking where sweetness matters less, green peppers work fine.
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