Ingredient

Green Chili Peppers

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Green chili peppers are primarily used to add heat and flavor to foods. Their …

What it is

Green chili peppers are unripe fruits of plants from the genus Capsicum. They are botanically fruits but used culinarily as vegetables. They are grown worldwide and can be used fresh, dried, or powdered.

Why it's used

Green chili peppers are primarily used to add heat and flavor to foods. Their pungency comes from capsaicinoids, with varying levels of spice depending on the variety. They are common in salsas, sauces, curries, and many ethnic cuisines.

Health notes

Green chili peppers are a source of vitamins A and C, and antioxidants. Capsaicin, the compound responsible for their heat, has been studied for potential effects on metabolism and pain relief. The FDA does not specifically regulate green chili peppers as a food additive. International bodies like EFSA have evaluated capsaicinoids, but no specific health claims are universally recognized at typical dietary intake levels.

Allergen info

Green chili peppers are not one of the 9 major allergens identified by the FDA. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Green Chili Peppers

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THAI HOME Green Curry Paste Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 556kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY Campbell's Slow Kettle Soup Thai Chicken Rice Prepared Soups High in sodium — 62% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 57kcal 3.2Protein 2.0Fat 6.6Carbs SHURFINE Chunky Gumbo With Chicken & Andouille Sausage Soup, Gumbo Canned Soup High in sodium — 29% DV per serving 57kcal 2.9Protein 1.6Fat 7.8Carbs CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY Campbell's Homestyle Soup Chicken Chili Prepared Soups High in sodium — 28% DV per serving 54kcal 3.3Protein 0.8Fat 8.3Carbs

Pepsico Inc. Rice A Roni Mexican Style 6.4 Ounce Paper Box Grain Based Products / Meals High in sodium — 27% DV per serving 339kcal 10.7Protein 1.8Fat 73.2Carbs CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY Swanson Soup Chicken Tortilla Prepared Soups 391kcal 8.7Protein 6.5Fat 73.9Carbs Kraft Heinz Foods Company Smart Made, Thai-Style Chicken & Vegetables Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 29% DV per serving 88kcal 7.4Protein 1.4Fat 11.7Carbs Campbell Soup Company Sizzlin' Southwest Style Chicken & Corn Chowder With White Meat Chicken Fresh Soups, Sizzlin' Southwest Style Chicken & Corn Chowder Other Soups High in sodium — 41% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 98kcal 3.3Protein 5.3Fat 9.0Carbs

Kraft Heinz Foods Company Lunchables, Nachos Cheese Dip & Salsa Dips & Salsa High in sodium — 37% DV per serving 290kcal 4.8Protein 15.3Fat 33.1Carbs Campbell Soup Company Creamy Thai Style Chicken With Rice Soup, Creamy Thai Style Chicken With Rice Other Soups High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 100kcal 2.9Protein 5.8Fat 9.2Carbs Campbell Soup Company Mexican-Style Chicken Tortilla Soup, Mexican-Style Chicken Tortilla Other Soups 50kcal 2.9Protein 0.8Fat 7.1Carbs Campbell Soup Company Campbell's, Homestyle, Light Southwestern-Style Vegetable Canned Soup High in sodium — 28% DV per serving 25kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 5Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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