Green pepper is made from the unripe drupes. Dried green peppercorns are treated in a way that retains the green color, such as treatment with sulfur di oxide or by freeze drying.

Pickled peppercorns are green unripe drupes preserved in lemon juice, vinegar or brine. Fresh green pepper drupes, largely unknown in the West, are used in some Asian cuisines.

Their flavor has been described as piquant and fresh, with a bright aroma.They decay quickly if not dried or preserved.

Green pepper stewed in fresh lime juice with salt is the a healthy and tasty pickle with the goodness of both the lemon and the pepper.