Yellow Bell Pepper / Capsicum (Raw)
Vegetables · Peppers
Yellow capsicum, or yellow bell pepper, is low FODMAP at a raw portion of 35 g in the Monash app. Fructose becomes moderate at 47 g and high at 75 g. These figures are specific to yellow capsicum, so a mixed-colour packet should not be treated as one undifferentiated pepper entry.
Serving sizes for yellow bell pepper / capsicum (raw)
Raw yellow capsicum: 35 g green; 47 g amber; 75 g red. Use a colour-specific raw weight.
Tested serving sizes
| Serving | Amount | Main FODMAP | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/4 medium or 1 cup | 75 g | Fructose 0.15 g | |
| 1/2 cup | 35 g | Fructose 0.04 g | |
| 2/3 cup | 47 g | Fructose 0.05 g |
Breakdown for 75 g
Is yellow bell pepper / capsicum (raw) low FODMAP?
The yellow-capsicum panels show all six groups green at 35 g. Fructose turns amber at 47 g and red at 75 g, while lactose, mannitol, sorbitol, GOS and fructans remain green. Half a cup is the app's approximate description of the green portion; the weight is more dependable when pieces vary in shape.
Yellow Bell Pepper / Capsicum (Raw) and IBS: what to know
When using yellow capsicum for crunch in a sandwich or salad, record the amount of this ingredient rather than the weight of the entire filling. FODMAP traffic lights offer portion information, but your own tolerance and the combination of ingredients determine how useful a meal is for you.
Gut-friendly ways to eat yellow bell pepper / capsicum (raw)
Separate and weigh the yellow pieces while they are raw, then add them to the recipe. If you are comparing colours, orange capsicum has its own checked guide. For a preserved product, canned red and green capsicum explains the drained-brine preparation instead.
Frequently asked questions
Is a yellow pepper always high FODMAP?
No. The app gives a smaller green portion of 35 g alongside its larger amber and red references. The amount is part of the answer.
Can I combine yellow and orange pepper and use one limit?
Each colour has its own listing. Keep track of both ingredients in the combined portion rather than assigning the whole mixture to whichever guide you prefer.
Does this page rate a stuffed yellow pepper?
It rates the raw capsicum component only. A stuffed pepper also includes its filling and sauce, which need separate ingredient and portion checks.
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Sources and editorial notes
- Monash University FODMAP Diet App
Monash University FODMAP Diet app entry “Bell pepper / Capsicum, yellow, raw” checked directly on 27 September 2026. The portion weights, traffic-light ratings and FODMAP groups discussed here were verified in matching detail panels. Numerical FODMAP concentration estimates elsewhere in the catalogue were not validated by this check.