Summer and autumn; greenhouse production and imports affect availabilitySerrano Pepper Nutrition Facts, Vitamins and Benefits
Serrano is a slender hot pepper used green or in its ripe colors. Even a small amount can noticeably change a dish's heat. The nutrition table uses USDA's raw Serrano record; 100 g is a comparison basis, not a recommended serving size.
Serrano Pepper benefits and place in a balanced diet
- A 100 g portion provides approximately 32 kcal; portion size and preparation affect total energy intake.
- Its approximately 90.2 g of water per 100 g contributes to total fluid intake.
- Its approximately 3.7 g of dietary fiber per 100 g contributes to fiber intake; a fiber-containing diet can support normal bowel function and fullness.
- About 44.9 mg of vitamin C per 100 g contributes to normal immune function, collagen formation and the absorption of iron from plant foods.
- About 47 µg RAE of vitamin A per 100 g contributes to normal vision, immune function and the maintenance of skin and mucous membranes.
- About 11.8 µg of vitamin K per 100 g contributes to normal blood clotting and the maintenance of normal bones.
- Its recorded folate content contributes to normal blood formation, cell division and homocysteine metabolism.
- About 11 mg of calcium per 100 g contributes to the maintenance of normal bones and teeth, muscle function and nerve transmission.
- About 305 mg of potassium per 100 g contributes to normal muscle and nervous-system function and the maintenance of normal blood pressure.
- About 22 mg of magnesium per 100 g contributes to normal energy metabolism and muscle and nervous-system function.
- About 0.86 mg of iron per 100 g contributes to normal red-blood-cell and haemoglobin formation and oxygen transport. Absorption of plant iron varies with the meal.
- No single food prevents or treats disease. The nutritional value of serrano pepper depends on portion size, variety, ripeness and the overall eating pattern.
Serrano Pepper nutrition facts
The table covers calories, macronutrients, vitamins, minerals, fatty acids and amino acids where a measured value is available. Values are shown per 100 g and for a 100 g reference serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 100 g serving |
|---|---|---|
| Core values and macronutrients | ||
| Energy | 32 kcal | 32 kcal |
| Water | 90.2 g | 90.2 g |
| Protein | 1.7 g | 1.7 g |
| Total fat | 0.44 g | 0.44 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.059 g | 0.059 g |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.023 g | 0.023 g |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.222 g | 0.222 g |
| Carbohydrate | 6.7 g | 6.7 g |
| Dietary fiber | 3.7 g | 3.7 g |
| Total sugars | 3.8 g | 3.8 g |
| Ash | 0.87 g | 0.87 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Minerals | ||
| Calcium | 11 mg | 11 mg |
| Iron | 0.86 mg | 0.86 mg |
| Magnesium | 22 mg | 22 mg |
| Phosphorus | 40 mg | 40 mg |
| Potassium | 305 mg | 305 mg |
| Sodium | 10 mg | 10 mg |
| Zinc | 0.26 mg | 0.26 mg |
| Copper | 0.129 mg | 0.129 mg |
| Manganese | 0.187 mg | 0.187 mg |
| Selenium | 0.4 µg | 0.4 µg |
| Vitamins and vitamin-like compounds | ||
| Vitamin C | 44.9 mg | 44.9 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.054 mg | 0.054 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.081 mg | 0.081 mg |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 1.5 mg | 1.5 mg |
| Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid) | 0.2 mg | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.505 mg | 0.505 mg |
| Vitamin B9 (Folate) | 23 µg | 23 µg |
| Folic acid | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Food folate | 23 µg | 23 µg |
| Folate, DFE | 23 µg DFE | 23 µg DFE |
| Choline | 8.9 mg | 8.9 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin A | 47 µg RAE | 47 µg RAE |
| Retinol | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Beta-carotene | 534 µg | 534 µg |
| Alpha-carotene | 18 µg | 18 µg |
| Beta-cryptoxanthin | 40 µg | 40 µg |
| Lycopene | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 544 µg | 544 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.69 mg | 0.69 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin K | 11.8 µg | 11.8 µg |
| Vitamin details | ||
| Vitamin K1 (Phylloquinone) | 11.8 µg | 11.8 µg |
| Fatty-acid details | ||
| Trans fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Linoleic acid | 0.216 g | 0.216 g |
| EPA | 0 g | 0 g |
| DHA | 0 g | 0 g |
How many calories are in Serrano Pepper?
100 g (about 3.5 oz) provides approximately 32 kcal. A 100 g reference serving provides approximately 32 kcal. Values vary with variety, ripeness and preparation.
How to use Serrano Pepper in the kitchen
Add small amounts to salsa, sauces, soups and stir-fries. Avoid touching your eyes while cutting and use gloves for sensitive skin. Pickles and salted sauces do not have the same sodium values as the raw pepper.
Direct USDA records are used where available; closest-profile entries are explicitly labelled and remain approximate. Blank fields mean that the source did not report a value. General information only; not medical advice. Primary composition reference: USDA FoodData Central.
