Bell Pepper (Red)
Hydroponic Fruiting Vegetables

Bell Pepper (Red)

Red bell peppers are green peppers left on the plant to fully ripen. The extended ripening process converts starches into sugars, dramatically increasing sweetness and developing the vivid red colour from carotenoids including lycopene and beta-carotene. Red bell peppers contain significantly more Vitamin C and Vitamin A than green peppers and command premium pricing in retail markets.

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Bell Pepper (Red)
Nutrition
Facts

  • One of the highest sources of Vitamin C of any vegetable (3x green pepper)
  • Excellent source of Vitamin A (from beta-carotene)
  • Rich in Lycopene (cardiovascular health)
  • Contains Vitamin B6 and Folate
  • High in Antioxidants from carotenoid pigments
  • Low calorie with a naturally sweet flavour
Bell Pepper (Red) Nutrition Facts
Bell Pepper (Red) Growing
How We Grow It

Growing
Information

Red bell peppers require 90-100 days from transplant to harvest. In our hydroponic systems, consistent temperature and humidity management ensures even colour development across the whole fruit surface – a key quality parameter for premium retail buyers who reject partially-coloured peppers.

Usage Ideas

Red bell peppers are prized for their natural sweetness and vivid colour, making them as popular raw as they are cooked.

Roasted & Grilled

Halve and roast at high heat until charred, then peel for sweet, smoky strips ideal for antipasto and pasta.

Roasted Pepper Sauce

Blend roasted red peppers with garlic, olive oil, and nuts for a versatile sauce for pasta and grilled meats.

Raw in Salads

Slice into strips or dice for salads, grain bowls, and fresh salsas.

Stuffed Peppers

The preferred colour for stuffed peppers due to their sweetness and structural integrity when baked.

Stuffed Red Bell Peppers More Recipies

Frequently Asked Questions

Green peppers are harvested before reaching full ripeness. Red and yellow peppers take more growing time on the vine, resulting in higher sweetness and nutritional content.

Botanically, bell peppers are fruits because they develop from the flower and contain seeds, but they are used as vegetables in culinary applications.

Shelf life depends on temperature management and pack style, but our hydroponically grown peppers are produced for firmness, skin integrity, and strong export handling performance.

Yes. Mixed-colour export cartons can be arranged for buyers who require tri-colour retail, food service, or wholesale programs.
Product Details
Category Fruiting Vegetables
Standard Export Grade
GMO Status GMO Free
Growing Method Controlled Hydroponics
Origin Malindi, Kenya
Availability Year-Round
GMO Free Export Grade Hydroponic Year-Round
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