Vegetable Profile: Sweet Peppers

V​egetable Profile: Sweet Peppers (Capsicum annuum)
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Description:
Sweet, or "Bell" peppers are the mark of late summer. They come in a variety of colors and shapes. 

Nutrition:
Peppers provide a quality source of vitamin C when eaten raw, but we generally love them cooked or fermented! They are a gently heating food and help to support healthy blood circulation and kidney function. They also contain zeaxanthin, which can help prevent cataracts. 

​Storage:
Unbruised peppers can store well in the fridge without getting soft for up to a week. Once you bruise or cut into one, it should be used within 2 days.

Use:
Cooked: Peppers go great on the grill, in stir-fries, omelettes, and more!
Fermented: They can also be lacto-fermented, or pickled. 
Frozen: Peppers freeze quite well. Simply slice and blanch them and place them in the freezer in a freezer bag. 

Sources:
​The New Whole Foods Encyclopedia by Rebecca Wood
Asparagus to Zucchini by Fairshare Coalition
Produce: A fruit and vegetable lover's guide by Bruce Beck
Our own experience!

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