Goal-Based Food Ranking
Foods high in vitamin A, vegetarian
This guide presents common foods ranked by vitamin A 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 vitamin A 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, paprika | 2463 ug | 56.6 ug (1 tsp) |
| 2 | Carrots, raw | 835 ug | 1068.8 ug (1 cup chopped) |
| 3 | Butter, salted | 684 ug | 34.2 ug (1 pat (1" sq, 1/3" high)) |
| 4 | Turnip greens, raw | 579 ug | 318.5 ug (1 cup, chopped) |
| 5 | Spinach, raw | 469 ug | 140.7 ug (1 cup) |
| 6 | Lettuce, cos or romaine, raw | 436 ug | 2533.2 ug (1) |
| 7 | Pumpkin, raw | 426 ug | 494.2 ug (1 cup (1" cubes)) |
| 8 | Cream, fluid, heavy whipping | 411 ug | 493.2 ug (1 cup, whipped) |
| 9 | Dill weed, fresh | 386 ug | 3.9 ug (5 sprigs) |
| 10 | Egg, yolk, raw, fresh | 381 ug | 64.8 ug (1 large) |
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