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How many calories are in a bell pepper?

1 medium (119 g) of a bell pepper has about 37 calories, with 1.2g protein, 7.2g carbohydrates and 0.4g fat.

A bell pepper is a sweet, crisp vegetable exceptionally high in vitamin C and vitamin A.

Calories

37

Per serving
1 medium (119 g)

1.2g Protein
7.2g Carbs
0.4g Fat
2.5g Fiber

of which sugars: 5g

Source: USDA FoodData Central. Values are averages and vary by brand and preparation.

Calories and macros by amount

Amount Calories ProteinCarbsFat
1 medium (119 g) 37 1.2g7.2g0.4g
Per 100 g 31 1g6.1g0.3g

Where the calories come from

Share of calories from each macronutrient

Protein 13% Carbs 77% Fat 10%

Burn it off

Roughly how long it takes to burn 37 calories:

🚶
9
min
Walking
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3
min
Running
🚴
4
min
Cycling

Estimated for a ~70 kg (154 lb) adult; your rate varies.

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in a bell pepper?

1 medium (119 g) of a bell pepper has about 37 calories, with 1.2g protein, 7.2g carbohydrates and 0.4g fat.

How much protein is in a bell pepper?

1 medium (119 g) of a bell pepper contains about 1.2g of protein.

How many carbs and fat are in a bell pepper?

1 medium (119 g) of a bell pepper contains about 7.2g of carbohydrates and 0.4g of fat.

Is a bell pepper good for weight loss?

At about 37 calories per serving, a bell pepper can fit a weight-loss plan when it suits your daily calorie budget. Log it by photo with LensNutra to stay on track.

How long does it take to burn off a bell pepper?

Burning about 37 calories takes roughly 9 minutes of walking or 3 minutes of running.

Written & maintained by the LensNutra nutrition team · Nutrition data: USDA FoodData Central

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