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Bell Pepper
Bell pepper is the sweet, mild capsicum, crunchy raw and soft once cooked. It goes into Easy Shakshuka and Beef Stew with Mushrooms and Potatoes, and it is the base of Spicy Red Pepper Pasta Sauce. Red ones are the sweetest and green the most grassy; cook them until they slump for the most sweetness.
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Bell Pepper
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Vitamin C | 126 mg |
| Vitamin A | 97 µg |
| Folate | 75 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.9 mg |
Not a common allergen. It is not on the UK list of 14 foods that must be declared on labels.
How to serve Bell Pepper to babies
6–8 months
Batons
Steam or simmer until soft, then cut into narrow strips — raw pepper is firm and fibrous.
9–11 months
Bite-size pieces
Soft-cooked strips or small pieces once your baby picks things up between finger and thumb.
12–24 months
Batons
Raw or cooked, cut into narrow batons rather than rings or coins.
Per 100 g from CoFID (13-524). Weaning guidance from NHS. Not medical advice.
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Bell Pepper: common questions
Answers are drawn from the sources named on this page. Not medical or veterinary advice.
When can babies eat bell pepper?
The earliest stage on this page is 6–8 months: Steam or simmer until soft, then cut into narrow strips — raw pepper is firm and fibrous.
How do I cut and serve bell pepper for my baby?
6–8 months (Batons): Steam or simmer until soft, then cut into narrow strips — raw pepper is firm and fibrous.
9–11 months (Bite-size pieces): Soft-cooked strips or small pieces once your baby picks things up between finger and thumb.
12–24 months (Batons): Raw or cooked, cut into narrow batons rather than rings or coins.