How Many Calories Are In Cayenne Pepper?

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 2 tsp.
Calories 11	(48kJ)
Amount Per Serving	% Daily
Total Fat 0.6g	<1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	<1%
Trans Fat 0g	0%
Cholesterol 0g	0%
Sodium 1mg	<1%
Total Carbohydrate 2g	<1%
Dietary Fiber 1g	4%
Sugars 0.4g
Protein 0.4g	0%
Calcium	1%
Potassium 73mg	0%

One of the best ways to season your dishes without adding unnecessary sodium and fat is to use herbs and spices. With dozens of herbs and spices found fresh and dried inside supermarkets, you should find it easy to start incorporating them into your diet.

Spices are especially good for those of us trying to lose weight because they can help burn a few additional calories. One of the most popular spices to add to any dish is cayenne pepper. This fiery red powder adds a rich smoky flavor that you’ll enjoy far more than salt.

Keep reading to learn more about cayenne pepper nutrition facts.

Major Nutrients Found In Cayenne Pepper

In addition to being a very low calorie way to season your food, cayenne pepper nutrition facts reveal just how many vitamins and nutrients can be found in this spicy ingredient. By far the most abundant nutrient found in cayenne pepper is vitamin A, but you’ll also get a significant amount of vitamins K, E, C and B as well as fiber and manganese.

With virtually no fat, cholesterol or sodium, you can see why it is better to add cayenne to your dish than salt or butter.

Selecting/Storing

Most large grocery stores have a large selection of spices from which you can choose, but if you have the time to check out a spice market or ethnic store you have a good chance of finding fresh cayenne pepper powder for a more explosive flavor. When possible choose organic cayenne pepper so you can be sure that you’re only getting cayenne pepper.

Store your cayenne pepper in a tightly sealed container in a cool and dark place like a cabinet away from the stove. A spice rack works well too, as long the cayenne pepper isn’t exposed directly to sunlight.

Eat It With:

You can enjoy the calories in cayenne pepper in a wide variety of ways from making it co-star to many other herbs and spices or making it the feature attraction. Sprinkle a teaspoon or a tablespoon—depending on your spice preference—to roasted or sautéed vegetables. If you like beans but don’t know how to flavor them without salt, add a tablespoon of cayenne pepper and learn just how delicious beans can really be!

Sprinkle cayenne pepper with garlic and lemon juice on kale, collard or mustard greens of a flavorful way to enjoy these bitter greens. Give your hot cocoa a taste of Mexico by adding a pinch of cayenne pepper to it. Spice up a healthy snack of nuts by adding a bit of cayenne pepper for a spicy treat!