Ingredient

Pepper Blend

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Pepper blends are primarily used to add flavor and pungency to a wide variety …

What it is

A pepper blend is a mixture of ground spices derived from dried fruits of plants in the genus *Capsicum*. These peppers can include varieties like black pepper (*Piper nigrum*), chili peppers, bell peppers, and other spices. The blend's specific composition determines its flavor profile, ranging from mild and sweet to intensely hot.

Why it's used

Pepper blends are primarily used to add flavor and pungency to a wide variety of foods. Manufacturers use them to enhance the taste of savory dishes, snacks, and processed meats. They are commonly found in seasonings for cheeses, frozen breads, pickles, olives, and relishes.

Health notes

Pepper blends are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring agent. The compounds responsible for pepper's heat, like capsaicin, are generally consumed in small amounts in typical food products. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated various pepper extracts and compounds, establishing safety guidelines. Evidence on the health effects of consuming large quantities of specific pepper compounds is ongoing.

Allergen info

Pepper blends are not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Pepper Blend

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Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Cheese Slices Triple Pepper Jack With Ghost Peppers Cheese 368kcal 21.1Protein 31.6Fat 0Carbs Klondike Cheese Company Feta Crumbled, Sweet Heat Pepper Cheese 232kcal 21.4Protein 14.3Fat 7.1Carbs Ready Pac Produce, Inc. Turkey Avocado Salad Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 35% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 192kcal 9.0Protein 16.0Fat 3.9Carbs Safeway, Inc. Southwestern Style Salad With Chicken, Romaine Lettuce, White Meat Chicken, Corn, Poblano Pepper, Black Beans, Pepper Jack Cheese, Tri-Color Tortilla Chips, Carrots, Cabbage With A Salsa Ranch Dressing, Southwestern Style Salad With Chicken Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 130kcal 7Protein 9Fat 8Carbs

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Avocado Ranch Iceberg And Green Leaf Lettuce Blend, Chili Lime Seasoned White Chicken Meat, Black Beans, Fire Roasted Corn, Pepper Jack Cheese, Carrots, Red Cabbage, Seasoned Tortilla Chips And Avocado Ranch Dressing Chicken Deluxe Salad, Avocado Ranch Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 35% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 149kcal 6.9Protein 9.6Fat 10.7Carbs Sargento Foods Inc Fiesta Pepper Jack Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 357kcal 21.4Protein 28.6Fat 3.6Carbs Cole's Quality Foods, Inc. Cheesesticks Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 277kcal 12.3Protein 10.8Fat 33.9Carbs Cole's Quality Foods, Inc. Zesty Garlic Bread Frozen Bread & Dough 298kcal 7.0Protein 14.0Fat 40.4Carbs Cole's Quality Foods, Inc. Garlic Breadsticks Frozen Bread & Dough 312kcal 12.5Protein 10.4Fat 43.8Carbs Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. Cheese Snackers Lunch Snacks & Combinations High in sodium — 31% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 401kcal 14.7Protein 22.9Fat 35.7Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Sweet Heat Pepper Feta Crumbled Cheese Cheese 214kcal 21.4Protein 14.3Fat 7.1Carbs Walgreens Co. Southwest Style Chicken Wrap Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 41% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 271kcal 12.8Protein 12.4Fat 26.1Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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