bell pepper substitutes

13 substitutes · avg score 7.2 · Sweet, mild pepper available in green (unripe), red, yellow, and orange. Crunchy when raw; sweetens and softens when roasted, grilled, or sauteed. A base for fajitas, stuffed peppers, and stir-fries.

quick swaps (averaged across uses)

01

Broccoli

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Good in stir-fries, different texture

02

Peppers

10.0
1 tbsp : 3 tbsp

Any mild pepper variety works; match size and heat level to the recipe for consistent flavor

03

Pimento

10.0
2 tbsp : 3 tbsp

Sweet and mild red pepper; dice for stuffing, salads, or roasting just like bell pepper

04

Banana Pepper

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Mild and sweet, slightly tangier flavor

05

Carrots

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Dice small for similar sweetness and color

06

Celery

7.5
1 cup : 1 cup

Adds crunch, best in raw applications

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