Bell pepper

What gives it its taste and how to recognise it

• good exposure of plants to sunlight
• planted well apart from each other
• presence of pollinating insects (fruits obtained from flowers pollinated by bees are tastier)
• tolerance and resistance to the predominant adverse conditions
• sugar content of above 8° Brix
• colouration of 70-80% of the fruit’s surface on harvesting
• good flesh texture and thickness.

Nutritional and nutraceutical value

• energy content: 22 Kcal/100g;
• rich in: vitamin C, B group vitamins, beta-carotene, anthocyanins and capsaicin;
• benefits: helps prevent skin ageing and lower the risk of tumours and cardiovascular diseases.