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Oil-Free Chili Paste or Crushed Fresh Chiles

Oil-Free Chili Paste or Crushed Fresh Chile is a small, fiery fruit used across many cuisines — from Thai and West African to Italian and Portuguese — prized for its heat and bright flavor. It’s commonly used fresh, dried, crushed into flakes or made into hot sauces and pastes. Nutritionally, Oil-Free Chili Paste or Crushed Fresh Chile is low in calories but packs a lot of micronutrient value; for example it contains 143mg of vitamin C per 100g, and also provides vitamin B6 and copper while being very low in fat. The characteristic compound capsaicin gives it heat and contributes to its use both as a culinary spice and in research on metabolism and pain modulation. Overall this is a nutrient-dense, healthful ingredient — rich in vitamin C and other micronutrients — and it also supplies antioxidant carotenoids and polyphenolic compounds that can support cellular health.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Unprocessed · ~0.25€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

S+

Optimal

-

Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Red Chili.

Calories

40 kcal

2% of Daily kcal · low-calorie

Protein

2 g

4% RDI

Fat

0.4 g

0.1g sat fat

Carbs

9 g

3% RDI

Sugar

5 g

10% RDI

Fiber

1.5 g

5% RDI

Salt

0 g

0% RDI

Nutrition quality

Scored against dietary guidelines. Tap rows for a deeper breakdown.

Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

S+ · 10.0 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Are Oil-Free Chili Paste or Crushed Fresh Chiles healthy?

Yes, Oil-Free Chili Paste or Crushed Fresh Chiles are exceptionally healthy, earning an S Health Grade. They are a good source of dietary fiber (1.5g per 100g).

Q.03What NOVA processing level are Oil-Free Chili Paste or Crushed Fresh Chiles?

Oil-Free Chili Paste or Crushed Fresh Chiles are NOVA 1 - Unprocessed.

Q.05Are Oil-Free Chili Paste or Crushed Fresh Chiles gluten free?

Yes, Oil-Free Chili Paste or Crushed Fresh Chiles are gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Oil-Free Chili Paste or Crushed Fresh Chiles?

100g of Oil-Free Chili Paste or Crushed Fresh Chiles contain 40 kcal, 2g protein, 9g carbohydrates, 0.4g fat, and 1.5g fiber.

Q.04Are Oil-Free Chili Paste or Crushed Fresh Chiles vegan?

Yes, Oil-Free Chili Paste or Crushed Fresh Chiles are vegan.

Q.06Are Oil-Free Chili Paste or Crushed Fresh Chiles lactose free?

Yes, Oil-Free Chili Paste or Crushed Fresh Chiles are lactose free.

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