When you think of foods that are high in vitamin C, your mind probably jumps straight to oranges. But there are an array of other nutrient-rich foods great for fighting colds and boosting your immune system.
We’ve gathered together a bunch of the most vitamin C-rich foods, and listed some fun ways to include them in your weekly meal plan.
Flick through our gallery and find out how of this powerful nutrient you’ll be getting with each serving, plus a delicious recipe to accompany it.
From kiwi fruit to pineapple, to the less-obvious Brussels sprouts and broccoli, these foods are packed full of vitamin C.
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Red capsicums contain 242.5 milligrams of vitamic C per 100 grams. Try [stuffing them with quinoa and corn in this recipe.]((http://www.foodtolove.com.au/recipes/quinoa-and-corn-stuffed-capsicums-13718|target=”_blank”)
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Pineapple brings 47.8 milligrams of vitamin C for every 100 grams. Add them to this pineapple and cardamom tarte tatin recipe.
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Autumnal persimmons contain 66 milligrams of vitamin C per 100 grams of fruit. Try baking them with honey and lime.
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Broccoli will give you 89.2 milligrams of vitamin C for every 100 grams. Try adding it to this spaghetti with broccoli recipe.
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Papaya adds up to 60.9 grams of vitamin C for every 100 grams of fruit. Try adding it to a sweet salad with strawberries and pine nuts.
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Kiwi fruit contains 92.7 milligrams per 100 grams. Try making this kiwi fruit and apple jam recipe.
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Guava contains a whopping 228.3 milligrams of vitamin C for every 100 grams. We love eating them simmered in a sweet and spiced syrup.
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Brussels sprouts contain 85 milligrams of vitamin C for every 100 grams. Try this roasted brussels sprouts and lentil salad recipe.
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Strawberries contain 58.8 milligrams of vitamin C per 100 grams. Try them in this vanilla and hazelnut strawberry galette recipe.
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Kale contains an impressive 120 milligrams of vitamin C for every 100 grams you eat. Include it in your kale and walnut tarts.
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