Red Bell Pepper

Also listed as Sweet Red Pepper and Red Capsicum.

Produce

This is what the ingredient is.

Red Bell Pepper is a sweet red pepper sold loose or in packs. Labels may say red bell pepper.

Here is why it shows up on the label.

It is eaten raw, roasted, or stir-fried.

Here is what food agencies say.

FDA produce labeling applies.

Here is what research has found.

Peppers can appear in Salmonella-related recalls.

Here are a few things worth knowing.

Refrigerate for longer freshness; wash before cutting.

How to read this page

We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.

v1.0Updated 9/28/2026