Chopped Green Jalapeno Chili Peppers And Sea Salt

Chopped green jalapeño chili peppers are pieces of the jalapeño pepper, a medium-sized chili pepper variety. They are typically picked while still green and then chopped. Sea salt is a mineral, sodium chloride, harvested from evaporated seawater.

This ingredient is added to provide a spicy flavor and a fresh, vegetal taste. It is commonly found in canned tomatoes, salsas, dips, and other savory dishes where a kick of heat is desired.

Jalapeño peppers are a source of vitamins and capsaicin, the compound that gives them their heat. Sea salt provides sodium, an essential nutrient. The FDA lists the Daily Value for sodium at 2,300 mg per day. Excessive sodium intake is linked to high blood pressure. JECFA has evaluated sodium chloride and established an acceptable daily intake. No specific health concerns are associated with moderate consumption of jalapeño peppers.