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Stuffed Jalapeno Pepper

Stuffed Jalapeno Pepper is a popular Tex‑Mex style appetizer or snack consisting of jalapeño chiles halved and filled with cheeses, meats or beans, then baked, grilled or breaded and fried. It is known for its spicy kick balanced by creamy or savory fillings and is commonly served at parties and as a bar snack. Nutrition-wise, Stuffed Jalapeno Pepper provides a notable amount of vitamin C (50mg of vitamin C) from the pepper itself, along with some protein from typical cheese or meat fillings; however the dish is often relatively energy-dense and higher in total and saturated fat when made with full‑fat cheeses or fried coatings. As a treat, it can contribute useful micronutrients and modest protein, but choosing baked preparations and lean or plant‑based fillings will lower saturated fat and sodium while keeping the flavor.

Gluten free · Processed · ~1.00€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

C+

Fair

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

241 kcal

12% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

8.8 g

18% RDI

Fat

16 g

6.3g sat fat

Carbs

17 g

6% RDI

Sugar

3.7 g

7% RDI

Fiber

2.5 g

8% RDI

Salt

0.4 g

9% RDI

Nutrition quality

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

Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

C+ · 6.0 / 10

Healthy alternatives

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Stuffed Jalapeno Pepper healthy?

Stuffed Jalapeno Pepper is rated moderate (Health Grade C+) per 100g and can be part of a balanced diet.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Stuffed Jalapeno Pepper?

Stuffed Jalapeno Pepper is NOVA 3 - Processed.

Q.02What are the macros in Stuffed Jalapeno Pepper?

100g of Stuffed Jalapeno Pepper contains 241 kcal, 8.82g protein, 16.5g carbohydrates, 15.9g fat, and 2.5g fiber.

Q.04Is Stuffed Jalapeno Pepper gluten free?

Yes, Stuffed Jalapeno Pepper is gluten free.

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