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Foods high in vitamin C
The 25 foods in this USDA reference database with the most vitamin c per 100 g, with the share of the adult Daily Value (90 mg) each one delivers. Reference data — not medical advice.
| Food | Vitamin C per 100 g | %DV |
|---|---|---|
| Red sweet pepper, freeze-dried | 1900 mg | 2111% |
| Acerola, raw | 1678 mg | 1864% |
| Acerola juice, raw | 1600 mg | 1778% |
| Decaffeinated instant green tea | 1342 mg | 1491% |
| Chives, freeze-dried | 660 mg | 733% |
| Yogurt covered candy rolls | 261 mg | 290% |
| Green hot chili pepper, raw | 242 mg | 269% |
| Ralston wheat bran flakes | 240 mg | 266% |
| Guava, raw | 228 mg | 254% |
| Chinese jujube, dried | 218 mg | 242% |
| Silk hazelnut creamer | 200 mg | 222% |
| Yellow sweet pepper, raw | 184 mg | 204% |
| Lychee, dried | 183 mg | 203% |
| Black currant | 181 mg | 201% |
| Yogurt covered candy bits | 180 mg | 200% |
| Green sweet pepper, sauteed | 177 mg | 197% |
| Baobab powder | 173 mg | 192% |
| Red sweet pepper, sauteed | 163 mg | 181% |
| Sungold kiwifruit, raw | 161 mg | 179% |
| Fruit punch drink, frozen concentrate | 156 mg | 173% |
| Parsley, freeze-dried | 149 mg | 166% |
| Guava sauce, cooked | 146 mg | 163% |
| Orange juice concentrate | 145 mg | 161% |
| Red hot chili pepper, raw | 144 mg | 160% |
| Drumstick pods, raw | 141 mg | 157% |
Ranked by amount per 100 g, excluding spices and industrial items (drink powders, baking aids, feed meals) that would distort the comparison. Cooking and serving size change what you actually eat, and a varied diet matters more than any single nutrient.
Frequently asked questions
Which food has the most vitamin c per 100 g?
Red sweet pepper, freeze-dried tops this database with 1900 mg per 100 g — 2111% of the adult Daily Value. The ranking is per 100 g, which is not the same as a serving.
How much vitamin c do I need per day?
The Daily Value for Vitamin C is 90 mg for adults (FDA reference). Your own needs can differ by age, sex and health — this page shows reference data, not a recommendation.
Should I eat more of the top foods on this list?
These rankings compare amounts per 100 g, not meals. A varied diet matters more than any single food or nutrient, and amounts above what you need are not automatically better. Before taking supplements, talk to a healthcare professional.
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