NatureSweet
Peppers
Peppers
Our perky peppers are raised right and perfectly picked to add that crisp pop of color to all your cooking and snacking needs. Not only are they positively delicious, NatureSweet peppers are also a wonderfully healthy decision to brighten your day. Red, orange, yellow and green — our rainbow of sweet mini and bell peppers bring out the best of this incredibly versatile fruit.
Peppers Nutrition Benefits
Beta-Carotene
Source of beta carotene, vitamin E (l), Vitamin B6 and folate.
Good for your blood
Very low in saturated fat, cholesterol and sodium
Good source of fiber
High in dietary fiberpacking 3 grams for every 3 mini peppers
Chock full of antioxidants
High in Vitamin C, an important antioxidant, providing over 150% of your daily value per serving.
Lycopene
Red NatureSweet peppers are high in Lycopene, a heavily studied antioxidant that has been known to help prevent certain cancers.
Fat Free
As we have come to understand, the development of cancer relies on many external and internal factors. But a diet low in total fat may help reduce the risk of some cancers, which is why adding peppers to your daily diet is a smart choice.
Carotenoids
Yellow and orange NatureSweet peppers are rich in carotenoids. Much recent research suggests that consumption of carotenoid - rich foods reduces the incidence of several diseases such as cancers, cardiovascular diseases, age - related macular degeneration, cataracts, diseases related to low immune function, and other degenerative diseases.
Lutein
Look sharp! Green NatureSweet peppers a great source of Lutein, which may improve eye health
Inspirational Recipes
Though many colors, each variety grows on the same plant and is plucked at just the right moment to produce a wide variety of flavors and nutrit lonal benefits, Whether you're craving that fresh crunch to enjoy with dip or a colorfully chopped addition to salads stews, or baked dishes, NatureSweet peppers deliver all the raised right qualities you're proud to serve an enjoy
Breakfast Stuffed Bell Peppers
Salmon Skewers
Featuring marinated salmon and NatureSweet®’s delicious produce, these salmon skewers are crisp, nutritious, and appetizing.
Bacon Wrapped Mini Sweet Peppers
The succulent flavor and texture combo of these bacon-wrapped mini sweet peppers featuring versatile Glorys®— perfect for...
Zucchini Lasagna
This zucchini lasagna is a delicious and healthy dish. Make this easy recipe in either a conventional oven,...
Mini Sweet Pepper Salad
Featuring NatureSweet® Mini Sweet Peppers, NatureSweet® Baby Cucumbers, and Cherubs®, this salad is super crisp and flavorful!
Constellation Gazpacho
Constellation Gazpacho is a delicious cold soup made with several ingredients like olive oil, vinegar, water, and...
Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers
These cream cheese-stuffed mini sweet peppers are sweet, creamy, and have the perfect kick!
Christmas Tree Cheese Ball
Celebrate the holidays with this Christmas tree cheese ball, perfect for family and friends to gather!
Pork Chop Stew
Enjoy this hearty and flavorful pork chop stew, perfect to pamper your loved ones at home or...
Turkey Stuffed Potatoes
Enjoy these delicious turkey stuffed potatoes! You’ll love how NatureSweet® Mixed Bell Peppers and Constellation® make this...
NatureSweet Peppers
Tips & Tricks
Selection
At NatureSweet, we only choose firm, brightly colored peppers with tight skin that are heavy for their size. We avoid dull, shriveled or pitted peppers.
Family Tree
Did you know peppers are fruits that belong to the nightshade family? You heard that right: they are fruit ! In terms of their family tree, they are closely related to chili peppers, tomatoes, and breadfruit, all of which are native to Central and South America.
Which Color is the most Healthy?
Red, Orange, and Yellow Bell Peppers have practically equal amounts of vitamin A and vitamin C in them. Only Red contains lycopene, Yellow and Orange are rich in carotenoids, and Green contains Lutein.
Fat Free
As we have come to understand, the development of cancer relies on many external and internal factors. But a diet low in total fat may help reduce the risk of some cancers, which is why adding mini sweet peppers to your daily diet is a smart choice.
Did You Know?
Green, yellow, orange, and red peppers are all the same pepper! When green peppers are harvested later, they have a chance to turn yellow, orange, and then red. Another fun fact is that compared to green bell peppers, red peppers have almost 11 times more beta-carotene and 1.5 times more vitamin C.
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Tomatoes
Raised Right
Raising tomatoes right isn’t easy. But the more we give to our plants, the sweeter our tomatoes taste and the brighter all of our futures become.