bell pepper substitute
in salad.

Salads use Bell Pepper for crunch, color, or flavor contrast against other greens and dressing. Match the raw texture for the best swap.

top substitutes

01

Broccoli

10.0best for salad
1 cup : 1 cup

Good in stir-fries, different texture

02

Peppers

10.0best for salad
1 tbsp : 3 tbsp

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

03

Pimento

10.0best for salad
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

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