gluten-free bell pepper
substitute.

13 gluten-free substitutes for bell pepper — top pick Broccoli at 100% function match.

all substitutes on this page are gluten-free

top substitutes

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

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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

07

Tomatoes

7.5
1 cup : 1 cup

Different flavor but works in cooked dishes

08

Cucumber

7.5
1 cup : 1 cup

Crunchy swap for salads and snacking

09

Tomatillos

7.5
1 cup : 1 cup

For bulk in salsas, add lime juice

10

Okra

6.7
1 cup : 1 cup

Adds color and mild flavor to stews

11

Onions

5.0
1 cup : 1 cup

(reverse of forward pair)

12

Zucchini

2.5
1 cup : 1 cup

Mild flavor, works in stir-fries and fajitas

13

Snap Peas

0.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Crisp sweet crunch, great in stir-fries

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