Banana pepper (Hungarian wax) has 24 kcal per 100 g. Mild heat with a tangy sweetness. Often pickled — the brine adds sodium, so track accordingly.
How should I track Peppers, banana or Hungarian wax, seeded?
For consistent tracking of Peppers, banana or Hungarian wax, seeded, weigh it raw. Cooking method changes both weight and calorie density — steaming barely changes anything, but roasting with oil or frying can double the calories. A systematic review (Whitton et al., Adv Nutr 2022) found vegetables are omitted from food logs 2–85% of the time, often because people assume they are "free" calorically. While most vegetables are indeed low-calorie, the fats added during cooking are not. Log the oil, butter, or dressing separately to keep your tracking accurate.