noun, plural pi·mien·tos. the ripe, red, mild-flavored fruit of the sweet or bell pepper, Capsicum annuum, used as a vegetable, relish, to stuff olives, etc. the plant itself. Also pimento.

Is a pimento a fruit?

Pimentos, also referred to as pimientos, are a type of pepper with a sweet flavor and very little heat. This nightshade is also known as a cherry pepper because of its red color and round, heart-shaped fruit.

What type of food is a pimento?

A pimiento (Spanish pronunciation: [piˈmjento]) or pimento in Spanish is any kind of pepper. In some English speaking countries, it is a variety of large, red, heart-shaped chili pepper (Capsicum annuum) that measures 3 to 4 in (7 to 10 cm) long and 2 to 3 in (5 to 7 cm) wide (medium, elongate).