Bell peppers are called pimenton in South America.
Although there are also variations in the name such as morron, in Argentina and Uruguay and pimiento morron or pimiento dulce is also used.
Pimiento can also refer to other chili peppers.
The specific name for bell peppers can vary by region and country, which reflects the bell peppers diverse names that are used for bell peppers across the continent.
Pimenton is the widely used name for bell peppers in South America.
And Morron is the standard name in Argentina and Uruguay for bell peppers.
And Pimiento morron or pimiento dulce is also used in Spanish speaking regions to specify the non spicy variety of bell peppers.
Bell peppers are mild peppers of the nightshade family and can range in colors, from red, orange, yellow and green which indicate the ripeness of the bell peppers.
Bell peppers are also very healthy as they are rich in vitamins A and vitamin C and are also rich in beneficial antioxidants and fiber, which supports vision, digestive health and your immune system.
Bell peppers can be eaten raw, like in salads or in wraps or even cooked in dishes like soups, roasted meals and even stir fries.