Yellow Bell Pepper
The cheerful sunshine of the salad table: a golden-yellow bell pepper with a soft, fruity flavour and a juicy crunch. Its net carbohydrate is very low, so a glycemic index does not apply, and it is full of carotenoids and lutein, which supports eyesight.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Slice it into colourful strips for your green salad or eat it as crudités with hummus and guacamole for a refreshing snack that breaks the monotony of a diet without any fast starch.
Best preparation methods
Cut it fresh at the last moment before serving to keep its crunch and juice, and eat it with a source of healthy fat such as olive oil to boost absorption of vitamin A and carotene.
Important Nutritional Note
A watery vegetable packed with antioxidants that protect cells from oxidative stress; an exceptional choice for refreshing fullness and stable glucose.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (100 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 27 kcal | 27 kcal |
| Protein | 1 g | 1 g |
| Carbohydrate | 5.3 g | 5.3 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 3.6 g | 3.6 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0.2 g |
| Dietary fibre | 1.7 g | 1.7 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
It has 27 kcal per 100 g, ranking 22 of 48 in Vegetables (lowest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Yellow Bell Pepper good for weight loss?
Yes. Yellow Bell Pepper is very low in calories (27 kcal per 100 g), so you can eat a generous amount to add volume and fullness to a meal without many calories.
How does Yellow Bell Pepper affect blood sugar?
Yellow Bell Pepper contains only 3.6 g of available carbohydrate per 100 g, so the glycemic index does not apply and its direct effect on blood sugar is minimal. The meal’s effect depends on what you eat with it, such as bread, rice or sweetened sauces.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Yellow Bell Pepper?
A typical 100 g portion of Yellow Bell Pepper provides about 27 kcal, 1 g protein, 5.3 g carbohydrate, 0.2 g fat and 1.7 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.