Calorie comparison
Bell Pepper vs Butternut Squash
Per 100 grams, bell pepper is the lighter choice by 14 calories. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Bell Pepper | Butternut Squash |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 31 | 45 |
| Protein | 1 g | 1 g |
| Carbs | 6 g | 12 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g | 0.1 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🫑 Bell Pepper
1 medium (119 g)
37 cal
1.2 g protein · 7.1 g carbs · 0.4 g fat
🎃 Butternut Squash
1 cup cubed (140 g)
63 cal
1.4 g protein · 16.8 g carbs · 0.1 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, bell pepper or butternut squash?
Per 100 g, bell pepper has 31 calories and butternut squash has 45. Bell Pepper is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, bell pepper or butternut squash?
Bell Pepper has 1 g of protein per 100 g; butternut squash has 1 g. They're tied on protein.
Is bell pepper or butternut squash better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward bell pepper — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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