Red Holland Bell Peppers

When allowed to ripen on the vine, most bell peppers will turn red and become sweeter as they mature. However, Red Holland bell peppers are a smooth-skinned variety with uniformly colored skin and a partial stem attached. Plus, considering they are low in calories, bell peppers in general are fat-free, sodium-free, and cholesterol-free. Besides, these peppers are an excellent source of vitamin C, since one red bell pepper provides more of this nutrient than one cup of orange juice. Similar in flavor to a yellow or orange Holland bell pepper, the Red Holland bell pepper has a mild, sweet pepper flavor with a crisp-firm texture. As a matter of fact, Red Holland bell peppers are most often used for display, not to mention that their uniform shape, color and attached stem are ideal for centerpieces or as vessels. They may also be used in lightly cooked or fresh preparations such as salads and appetizer recipes. For optimum flavor and texture, you should use Red Holland Bell peppers within one week. They may be frozen, though, but their crispness will unfortunately be lost in the process!