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# Green Peppers
Fresh green peppers are versatile vegetables that bring bright flavor and crisp texture to countless dishes. These medium-sized bell peppers feature smooth, glossy skin and tender flesh that ranges from slightly bitter to mildly sweet, depending on ripeness. Green peppers are harvested before reaching full maturity, giving them their distinctive color and characteristic flavor profile that differs from red, yellow, or orange varieties. Rich in vitamin C, vitamin A, and antioxidants, green peppers are a nutritious addition to any meal while remaining low in calories.
Green peppers are kitchen staples in cuisines around the world. They're essential in Mexican salsa, Italian fajitas, Greek salads, and Asian stir-fries. Use them to add crunch to raw vegetable platters, slice them into strips for dipping, or dice them for omelets and breakfast scrambles. When cooked, green peppers become sweeter and softer, making them perfect for stuffing, roasting, or sautéing with onions and garlic as a flavor base for soups and stews. For best results, store fresh green peppers in your refrigerator's crisper drawer, where they'll stay fresh for up to two weeks.
Try roasting whole green peppers until charred, then peel away the skin for a smoky delicacy. Combine diced green peppers with tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and lime juice for homemade salsa. They pair beautifully with olive oil, garlic, cumin, and paprika. For a quick weeknight dinner, sauté sliced green peppers with chicken or tofu, adding soy sauce and ginger for an easy stir-fry. Whether raw or cooked, green peppers add nutritional value, appealing color, and delicious taste to your favorite recipes.