Dehydrated Red & Green Bell Pepper
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What it is
Dehydrated red and green bell peppers are dried pieces of bell pepper. They are made by removing water from fresh bell peppers through drying methods like air drying or freeze-drying. This process concentrates their flavor and extends their shelf life.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add dehydrated bell peppers to provide flavor, color, and texture to foods. They are often used in spice blends, sauces, soups, and processed meats. They can also be found in baked goods like bread and muffin mixes.
Health notes
Dehydrated bell peppers are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA as a food ingredient. They are a source of vitamins and antioxidants. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated similar food ingredients, but specific evaluations for dehydrated bell peppers are not widely publicized. At typical consumption levels, they are considered safe and contribute to a varied diet.
Allergen info
Bell peppers are not one of the nine major allergens identified by the FDA. They do not contain gluten.