Frozen broccoli with red bell pepper

Frozen broccoli with red bell pepper

35 kcal per 100 g

Category: Vegetables

Nutritional information (per 100 g)

Calories 35 kcal
Protein 3g
Carbohydrates 7g
Total fats 0.4g
Fiber 3.3g

Vitamins and minerals

Calcium 47mg
Folate 63mcg
Iron 0.7mg
Lycopene 150mcg
Potassium 316mg
Vitamin A 700IU
Vitamin C 89mg
Vitamin K 141mcg

Description

Frozen broccoli with red bell pepper is a practical and nutritious combination widely used in cooking to prepare quick and healthy dishes. Broccoli is a cruciferous vegetable native to the Mediterranean, especially Italy, known for its high content of vitamins C, and K, and fiber, as well as antioxidants that provide health benefits such as improving digestion and strengthening the immune system. The red bell pepper, on the other hand, is a fruit native to Central and South America, rich in vitamin C, beta-carotene, and antioxidant compounds that help protect cells from oxidative damage.

Together, frozen broccoli with red bell pepper is a versatile ingredient, ideal for stir-fries, stews, soups, or as a side dish, adding color, flavor, and multiple nutrients to recipes. Freezing helps maintain the freshness and nutritional properties of these vegetables for longer, making them easy for everyday use.

Synonyms and names in Latin America: Broccoli is also known as bróculi or bróculis in some countries, while the red bell pepper may be called ají dulce (in the Caribbean), morrón rojo, or simply pimiento morrón in Argentina, Chile, and Uruguay.