10 Vitamin C-Rich Foods Other Than an Orange

It’s important to get enough vitamin C

Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that your body needs for numerous daily functions. It’s important to consume it daily because the body doesn’t store it. Adult women need at least 75 mg of vitamin C daily, while adult men need at least 90 mg, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Of course, oranges are often the first food that comes to mind. There is about 70 mg of vitamin C in an orange, or 96 mg in one cup of orange sections. However, if you’re not vibing with the citrus, there are plenty of other foods that are loaded with this nutrient too. Read on to learn what other foods contain vitamin C. Added bonus: Some of these are also foods that are high in vitamin A, which could also benefit your health. 

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Papaya

Vitamin C content: 60.9 mg
Serving: 1 cup of papaya
Try this recipe: Pineapple Papaya Slaw

If it’s hard to find a papaya in your local store, try ordering it online. Papayas are one of the exotic fruits you didn’t know you could buy on Amazon.

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Red or green bell peppers

Vitamin C level: 120-190 mg
Serving: 1 cup of raw pepper
Try this recipe: Turkey-Stuffed Bell Peppers

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Strawberries

Vitamin C content: 60 mg
Serving: 1 cup, sliced
Try this recipe: Strawberry Mango Sorbet

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Broccoli

Vitamin C content: 102 mg
Serving: 1 cup, cooked
Try this recipe: Cajun Spiced Broccoli

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Pineapple

Vitamin C content: 48 mg
Serving: 1 cup
Try this recipe: Bean and Pineapple Soft Tacos

Pineapple is a key ingredient for some of the best healthy desserts that could help you lose weight, if that is one of your goals.

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Brussels sprouts

Vitamin C content: 96 mg
Serving: 1 cup, raw
Try this recipe: Savory Brussels Sprouts

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Kiwifruit

Vitamin C content: 64 mg
Serving: 1 medium fruit
Try this recipe: Kiwi Lime Gelatin

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Kale

Vitamin C content: 53 mg
Serving: 1 cup cooked
Try this recipe: Penne With Kale and Onion

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Cauliflower

Vitamin C content: 21 mg
Serving: 1 cup, raw
Try this recipe: Cauliflower au Gratin

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Tomato

Vitamin C content: 34 mg
Serving: 1 medium, raw
Try this recipe: Herb-Topped Stuffed Tomatoes

It’s important for everyone to get enough vitamin C, but make sure you also keep an eye out for these silent signs you might have a vitamin C deficiency.