23 Vegetables With More Vitamin C Than a Tomato

A total of 23 vegetables contain more vitamin C per 100 grams than a tomato, which has 13.7 mg of vitamin C per 100 g. The highest amounts are found in Chili Pepper at 143.7 mg, Bell Pepper at 127.7 mg, and Kale at 120.0 mg.

This list ranks 23 vegetables that provide more vitamin C than a tomato, measured per 100 grams. Tomatoes contain 13.7 mg of vitamin C, which is 15% of the Daily Value of 90 mg.

Vegetables With More Vitamin C Than a Tomato

The following table presents the ranked vegetables based on their vitamin C content per 100 grams.

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	Chili Pepper	143.7 mg	160%	949%
2	Bell Pepper	127.7 mg	142%	832%
3	Kale	120.0 mg	133%	776%
4	Broccoli	89.2 mg	99%	551%
5	Brussels Sprouts	85.0 mg	94%	520%
6	Snap Peas	60.0 mg	67%	338%
7	Cauliflower	48.2 mg	54%	252%
8	Bok Choy	45.0 mg	50%	228%
9	Peas	40.0 mg	44%	192%
10	Cabbage	36.6 mg	41%	167%
11	Collard Greens	35.0 mg	39%	155%
12	Garlic	31.2 mg	35%	128%
13	Swiss Chard	30.0 mg	33%	119%
14	Spinach	28.1 mg	31%	105%
15	Okra	23.0 mg	26%	68%
16	Turnip	21.0 mg	23%	53%
17	Butternut Squash	21.0 mg	23%	53%
18	Potato	19.7 mg	22%	44%
19	Scallion	18.8 mg	21%	37%
20	Zucchini	17.9 mg	20%	31%
21	Parsnip	17.0 mg	19%	24%
22	Arugula	15.0 mg	17%	9%
23	Radish	14.8 mg	16%	8%

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 vegetables have the most vitamin c?

Chili Pepper has the most vitamin C, with 143.7 mg per 100 g, followed by Bell Pepper at 127.7 mg, and Kale at 120.0 mg. These vegetables significantly surpass the vitamin C content found in a tomato.

Does a tomato have a lot of vitamin c?

A tomato contains 13.7 mg of vitamin C per 100 g, which is relatively low compared to many other vegetables. While it does provide some vitamin C, there are numerous vegetables that offer higher amounts.

How much vitamin c do you need per day?

The recommended daily intake of vitamin C for adults is 90 mg. This value can vary based on age, sex, and life stage, but 90 mg is the standard Daily Value used for nutritional labeling.

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

All vitamin C values listed are per 100 grams. This measurement allows for a consistent comparison across different vegetables.

Key Takeaways

• 23 vegetables exceed a tomato's vitamin C content.
• Tomato has 13.7 mg of vitamin C per 100 g.
• Chili Pepper, Bell Pepper, and Kale are the top three vegetables.
• Daily vitamin C requirement is 90 mg for adults.