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Roasted Piquillo Peppers

Roasted Piquillo Peppers are mildly sweet, smoky red peppers from northern Spain (La Rioja) commonly sold roasted and jarred and used in tapas, sandwiches and stuffed preparations. They are prized for their tender flesh, bright color and concentrated sweet flavor. Nutritionally, Roasted Piquillo Peppers are very low in calories and provide a modest amount of fiber (2.1g per 100g) along with vitamin C and provitamin A, making them a light way to add bulk, color and micronutrients to a meal. They contain almost no saturated fat and only trace sodium when packed without heavy brines. Overall these peppers are a nutrient-dense, low-calorie vegetable that supports fullness and provides antioxidant nutrients; they also supply carotenoids, plant pigments linked to antioxidant benefits and eye health.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Processed · ~1.60€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

S+

Optimal

-

Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

31 kcal

2% of Daily kcal · low-calorie

Protein

1 g

2% RDI

Fat

0.3 g

0g sat fat

Carbs

6 g

2% RDI

Sugar

4.8 g

10% RDI

Fiber

2.1 g

7% RDI

Salt

0 g

0% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

S+ · 10.0 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Are Roasted Piquillo Peppers healthy?

Yes, Roasted Piquillo Peppers are exceptionally healthy, earning an S Health Grade. They are a good source of dietary fiber (2.1g per 100g).

Q.03What NOVA processing level are Roasted Piquillo Peppers?

Roasted Piquillo Peppers are NOVA 3 - Processed.

Q.05Are Roasted Piquillo Peppers gluten free?

Yes, Roasted Piquillo Peppers are gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Roasted Piquillo Peppers?

100g of Roasted Piquillo Peppers contain 31 kcal, 1g protein, 6g carbohydrates, 0.3g fat, and 2.1g fiber.

Q.04Are Roasted Piquillo Peppers vegan?

Yes, Roasted Piquillo Peppers are vegan.

Q.06Are Roasted Piquillo Peppers lactose free?

Yes, Roasted Piquillo Peppers are lactose free.

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