Bell Pepper (red) vs Tomato
Calories, macronutrients and nutrition facts compared side by side (per 100g).
Nutrition Comparison
| Per 100g | Bell Pepper (red) | Tomato |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 31kcal | 18kcal |
| Protein | 1g | 0.9g |
| Carbs | 6g | 3.9g |
| Fat | 0.3g | 0.2g |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 1.2g |
| Sugar | 4.2g | 2.6g |
| Sodium | 4mg | 5mg |
Green marks the more favorable value (fewer calories/sugar/sodium, more protein/fiber).
Key Takeaways
- Tomato has 13 fewer calories per 100g than Bell Pepper (red) (72% less).
- Bell Pepper (red) delivers more protein (1g vs 0.9g per 100g).
- Bell Pepper (red) has more fiber (2.1g vs 1.2g).
- Tomato contains less fat (0.2g vs 0.3g).
- Tomato has less sugar (2.6g vs 4.2g).
Bell Pepper (red)
Red bell peppers contain nearly three times more vitamin C than oranges and are loaded with vitamin A precursors. They also provide vitamin B6, folate, and capsanthin, a powerful carotenoid responsible for the red color and linked to antioxidant activity.
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Tomatoes are the richest dietary source of lycopene, a carotenoid linked in observational studies to lower risk of prostate cancer and cardiovascular disease. Cooking and pairing with fat (olive oil) substantially increases lycopene bioavailability.
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