Is a pepper fruit or vegatable?

A pepper is technically a fruit.

Here's why:

* Botanically: Fruits develop from the ovary of a flowering plant and contain seeds. Peppers fit this definition.

* Culinary Usage: While we often use peppers in savory dishes, their flavor profile can be sweet, making them adaptable for both sweet and savory uses.

However, people often categorize peppers as vegetables based on their typical use in cooking.