Red bell pepper: 31 kcal per 100 g - calories and macros

Nutrition information: red bell pepper

Nutrient	Carbs 100 g	% RI*	Medium bell pepper (150 g)
Energy	31 kcal130 kJ	2%	47 kcal197 kJ
Fat	0.3 g	0%	0.5 g
of which saturated fatty acids	0 g	0%	0 g
Carbs	3.9 g	2%	5.9 g
of which sugars	4.2 g	5%	6.3 g
Fiber	2.1 g	-	3.2 g
Protein	1 g	2%	1.5 g
Salt	0.01 g	0%	0.02 g
Water	92.2 g	-	138.3 g

* RI = reference intake for an average adult (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal). Carbs exclude fiber, as shown on EU food labels.

How many calories are in a red bell pepper?

Calories and macronutrients in typical servings. Use the calculator at the top of the page to calculate a different weight.

Serving	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat
Half a bell pepper75 g	23 kcal	0.8 g	2.9 g	0.2 g
100 g	31 kcal	1 g	3.9 g	0.3 g
Medium bell pepper150 g	47 kcal	1.5 g	5.9 g	0.5 g
Large bell pepper200 g	62 kcal	2 g	7.8 g	0.6 g

Vitamins and minerals

In 100 g of red bell pepper, the highest amounts are vitamin C (160% RI), folate (23%), and vitamin B6 (21%). We show nutrients that provide at least 2% of the RI per 100 g.

Nutrient	Carbs 100 g	% RI
Potassium	211 mg	11%
Magnesium	12 mg	3%
Phosphorus	26 mg	4%
Iron	0.4 mg	3%
Zinc	0.3 mg	3%
Vitamin C	128 mg	160%
Vitamin B1 (thiamin)	0.05 mg	5%
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin)	0.09 mg	6%
Vitamin B3 (niacin)	1 mg	6%
Vitamin B6	0.29 mg	21%
Folate	46 µg	23%
Vitamin A	157 µg	20%
Vitamin E	1.6 mg	13%
Vitamin K	4.9 µg	7%

Red bell pepper compared with other foods

Red bell pepper has more calories per 100 g than 45% of the vegetables in our chart. Here are foods in the vegetables category with a similar calorie content (kcal per 100 g):

Cauliflower25 kcal
White cabbage25 kcal
Yellow bell pepper27 kcal
Red cabbage31 kcal
Red bell pepper31 kcal
Broccoli34 kcal
Onion40 kcal
Carrot41 kcal
Celeriac42 kcal

Red bell pepper in meal plans

You’ll find this food in ready-made meal plans for 7 days, with recipes and a shopping list:

1200 kcal meal plan - day 2: tuna salad with red kidney beans and corn
1500 kcal diet - day 2: taco salad with ground beef
1800 kcal meal plan - day 2: lettuce boats with tuna and avocado
2000 kcal meal plan - day 1: tortilla with tofu, bell pepper, and lettuce

Recipes with this ingredient

Roasted bell pepper and white bean soup - about 503 kcal per serving
Bell peppers stuffed with buckwheat groats and lentils – about 550 kcal per serving
Oven-baked chicken with zucchini, bell pepper, and olives – about 475 kcal per serving
Sausage and zucchini leczo - about 453 kcal per serving
Roasted vegetables with feta - about 403 kcal per serving
Chili sin carne with brown rice – about 650 kcal per serving

Find more ideas in recipes with calories and macros.

FAQs

How many calories are in a medium bell pepper?

A medium bell pepper (about 150 g) has about 47 kcal: 1.5 g protein, 5.9 g carbs, and 0.5 g fat.

How many calories are in 100 g of red bell pepper?

100 g of red bell pepper has 31 kcal (130 kJ).

How much protein is in a red bell pepper?

A red bell pepper has 1 g of protein per 100 g, and a medium pepper has about 1.5 g.

How many carbs are in a red bell pepper?

There are 3.9 g of digestible carbs in 100 g of red bell pepper, including 4.2 g of sugars, plus 2.1 g of fiber.

Data source: USDA FoodData Central, SR28 database - “Peppers, sweet, red, raw” (NDB 11821). Polish names and serving sizes: EatSee editorial team. Values are estimates and may vary by variety, size, and preparation method. For packaged products, refer to the label for exact information. This page is for informational purposes and does not replace advice from a doctor or dietitian. Updated: 26 October 2026. How we create our calorie chart.