Let peppers ripen to get the most from them. The vitamin C levels, antioxidant levels, as well as the carotenoids levels rise as peppers mature. Carotenoids are the beneficial red, yellow and orange pigments that include beta-carotene, lycopene, etc. How to know when a pepper is fully ripe? A pepper that is fully ripe will have deep color, feel heavy for its size, and feel nearly firm to the touch.
