25 Foods With More Vitamin C Than a Tomato

There are 25 foods that have more vitamin C per 100 grams than a tomato, which contains 13.7 mg of vitamin C per 100 g. The highest sources include Guava at 228.0 mg and Chili Pepper at 143.7 mg.

This article presents a ranked list of 25 foods that provide more vitamin C than a tomato. Each entry is measured per 100 grams.

Foods With More Vitamin C Than a Tomato

The following table details the foods with higher vitamin C content than a tomato, ranked accordingly.

All values are per 100 grams (about 3.5 oz), the standard basis for comparing foods gram for gram.

#	Food	Vitamin C (per 100 g)	% Daily Value	% More Than a tomato
1	Guava	228.0 mg	253%	1564%
2	Chili Pepper	143.7 mg	160%	949%
3	Bell Pepper	127.7 mg	142%	832%
4	Kale	120.0 mg	133%	776%
5	Kiwi	92.7 mg	103%	577%
6	Broccoli	89.2 mg	99%	551%
7	Brussels Sprouts	85.0 mg	94%	520%
8	Lychee	71.5 mg	79%	422%
9	Papaya	60.9 mg	68%	345%
10	Snap Peas	60.0 mg	67%	338%
11	Strawberry	58.8 mg	65%	329%
12	Orange	53.2 mg	59%	288%
13	Lemon	53.0 mg	59%	287%
14	Clementine	48.8 mg	54%	256%
15	Cauliflower	48.2 mg	54%	252%
16	Pineapple	47.8 mg	53%	249%
17	Bok Choy	45.0 mg	50%	228%
18	Peas	40.0 mg	44%	192%
19	Cantaloupe	36.7 mg	41%	168%
20	Cabbage	36.6 mg	41%	167%
21	Mango	36.4 mg	40%	166%
22	Mulberry	36.4 mg	40%	166%
23	Collard Greens	35.0 mg	39%	155%
24	Star Fruit	34.4 mg	38%	151%
25	Grapefruit	31.2 mg	35%	128%

For reference, a tomato has 13.7 mg of vitamin c per 100 g, about 15% of the Daily Value (90 mg).

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Sources and Method

Vitamin C values are from the USDA FoodData Central database, expressed per 100 grams of the food as commonly eaten. Foods are included only when their per-100-gram vitamin c content is higher than that of a tomato (13.7 mg), and ranked highest first. Percent Daily Value uses the US reference intake of 90 mg. Values vary with variety, growing conditions and preparation. This is educational and not medical advice.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What food has the most vitamin c?

Guava has the most vitamin C, providing 228.0 mg per 100 g, making it an excellent source of this essential nutrient.

Does a tomato have a lot of vitamin c?

A tomato contains 13.7 mg of vitamin C per 100 g, which is 15% of the Daily Value of 90 mg, indicating it has a moderate amount.

How much vitamin c do you need per day?

The recommended daily intake of vitamin C is 90 mg for adults, which can be met through a variety of fruits and vegetables.

Are these vitamin c values per 100 grams or per serving?

The vitamin C values listed are per 100 grams, allowing for a consistent comparison among the foods.

Key Takeaways

• 25 foods exceed the vitamin C content of a tomato.
• A tomato has 13.7 mg of vitamin C per 100 g.
• Guava is the highest source of vitamin C on the list.
• Chili Pepper and Bell Pepper also rank highly for vitamin C content.