Goal-Based Food Ranking
Foods high in calcium, vegetarian
This guide presents common foods ranked by calcium from highest concentration to lowest concentration for vegetarian eating patterns, excluding meat and seafood selections. The selections highlight qualifying whole foods evaluated on verified nutrient values per serving weight. Each food in this reference collection comes from primary dietary databases to support balanced meal planning. Readers can compare these everyday items to meet personal nutritional targets while maintaining a varied diet. The entries focus on familiar grocery staples suitable for home preparation across diverse cooking styles. Review the table below to explore detailed nutritional amounts and incorporate these nutrient sources into your routine.
Ranking Rule
Ranked by calcium per 100 g, from highest concentration to lowest concentration, for vegetarian eating patterns (excluding meat and seafood), selecting the top 10 qualifying foods.
| Rank | Food | Value (per 100 g) | Per serving |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spices, oregano, dried | 1597 mg | 16 mg (1 tsp, leaves) |
| 2 | Cheese, parmesan, hard | 1184 mg | 335.7 mg (1 oz) |
| 3 | Spices, parsley, dried | 1140 mg | 5.7 mg (1 tsp) |
| 4 | Spices, cinnamon, ground | 1002 mg | 26.1 mg (1 tsp) |
| 5 | Cheese, mozzarella, nonfat | 961 mg | 1085.9 mg (1 cup, shredded) |
| 6 | Spices, cumin seed | 931 mg | 19.6 mg (1 tsp, whole) |
| 7 | Cheese, swiss | 890 mg | 1174.8 mg (1 cup, diced) |
| 8 | Spices, bay leaf | 834 mg | 5 mg (1 tsp, crumbled) |
| 9 | Cheese, provolone | 756 mg | 997.9 mg (1 cup, diced) |
| 10 | Spices, coriander seed | 709 mg | 12.8 mg (1 tsp) |
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