£2.50
300g
Sweet, fruity and aromatic, this unique variety of pepper is also juicier and has a more intense aroma than its bell pepper cousins. Perfect to eat raw in salads or use for dips, also great grilled, roasted and added to soup or stuff them! Try as a topping on pizza, in pasta or rice dishes. Cover them with olive oil to keep longer in the fridge.
| Weight | 300g |
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| Storage info | Best kept in the fridge and eaten within a few days. |
| Health benefits | Low in calories. Rich in vitamins A and C with the greatest amount of C in the red variety. A good content of vitamin E which helps hair and skin look youthful and vitamin B6 which is essential for the health of the nervous system and helps renew cells. Studies show that peppers can reduce ‘bad’ cholesterol, control diabetes, bring relief from pain and ease inflammation. The beta-carotene content lavishes you with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. Cooked for a short period on low heat, bell peppers retain most of their sweet fruity flavor and flavonoid content, which is a powerful nutrient. |
| Country of Origin | Spain (Sourced from Tadcaster) |
| Miles travelled to get to us (UK only) | 80.4 |
