What Vitamin or Mineral Is This Food a Great Source Of?
By: Talin Vartanian
3 min
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About This Quiz
There are a variety of healthy foods to choose from for an optimal diet and for a rich enhancement to recipes. From avocados in tacos to celery in a gumbo, certain health foods contain a great load of vitamins and minerals for a healthier version of you.
Some of these vitamins may sound familiar to you, such as calcium, vitamin C and vitamin A. Other types of vitamins, such as niacin, thiamine and riboflavin may sound foreign, but they're just as essential to a healthy diet. Examples of vitamin-rich foods includes spinach, carrots, broccoli and kale. Other lesser-known foods are also very healthy, such as navy beans, macadamia nuts and acorn squash.
We've compiled a list of 40 questions to test your knowledge on the vitamins and minerals that are in various types of foods. We'll show you the picture, and all you have to do is match the food to the vitamin. Think you can guess the vitamin in a tomato? Or how about the minerals in potatoes? Munch on this quiz now to test your food wits on all the types of vitamins and minerals!
This green vegetable that is shaped like a tree is a prominent source of vitamin C. Can you name it?
Peanut butter
Broccoli
Broccoli is a member of the cabbage family, and a one-cup serving provides all the vitamin C you need in a day. Broccoli is also rich in potassium and vitamin K.
This type of nut butter is high in vitamin E. Can you name it?
Peanut butter
Dry-roasted peanuts are ground up very finely into what we know as peanut butter. The state of Georgia manufactures the most peanuts in the United States.
Rabbits tend to love this orange vegetable that is rich in beta-carotene. What's the name of it?
Black beans
Asparagus
Carrots
Carrots are a root vegetable that come in a multitude of colors, including purple, yellow and, most prominently, orange. Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, which actually turns into vitamin A.
This vibrant red vegetable is used in many southwestern recipes and is high in vitamin C. Can you identify it?
Almonds
Hazelnuts
Kale
Red bell peppers
Did you know that green bell peppers actually turn into red bell peppers if they're left on the vine for an extended period of time? Did you also know that these vitamin C-rich veggies are actually a fruit because they have seeds?
These small green veggies contain quite a bit of vitamin C. What would you call these?
Brussels sprouts
Brussel sprouts are not very liked by most people because of their bitter taste, but these veggies are quite high in vitamin C. These are also popular in Brussels, Belgium.
Which of these vibrant red foods contains lycopene?
Bell peppers
Tomatoes
Lycopene isn't considered an essential nutrient for humans, though it's found in many red-colored vegetables, including tomatoes. Tomatoes also provide lots of important nutrients, such as vitamin K, vitamin C, potassium, and folate.
You can get a lot of niacin from this popular nut.
Peanuts
Peanuts are popular at parties, bars and as a regular snack item. These are also rich in niacin, which helps to give you energy from the foods you eat.
Salmon is rich in which of the following minerals?
Riboflavin
Thiamin
Omega-3 fatty acids
This popular fish is bright orange in color and can be wild or farmed. Salmon offers a high amount of omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for good brain health.
Vitamin K1 is found in this leafy green vegetable.
Lentils
Macadamia nuts
Kale
Kale is a bitter leafy vegetable that is popular in salads or roasted in the oven. Kale provides a lot of vitamin K1, which is good for bone growth -- but too much of it can also affect blood clotting.
Oysters are rich in which of the following vitamins?
Thiamin
Vitamin B12
Oysters don't just contain high amounts of vitamin B12; they also contain zinc, selenium and iron. Clams, scallops and mussels are also rich in vitamin B12.
This type of canned fish is rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Can you name it?
Okra
Shrimp
Sesame seeds
Sardines
You might have snacked on sardines in the past, but did you know these are very nutritious? Sardines are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are great for optimal heart health.
This sweet and bitter food is rich in antioxidants. Can you name it?
Chicken liver
Dark chocolate
Dark chocolate has both bitter and sweet flavors and is sometimes combined with nuts or caramel for extra texture. Dark chocolate is not only high in antioxidants, but it may also aid with lowering blood pressure.
Beets are a great source for which of the following?
Folate
A single serving of beets can get you 20% of the recommended daily intake for folate, which is important for blood health. Beets are also popularly used by athletes to increase physical performance.
Though celery is quite bitter in taste, it's rich in a number of nutrients, including vitamin K. Eating celery is also said to help with gallstones, among other benefits.
Molasses, a popular substitute for sugar, is rich in...?
Vitamin K
Niacin
Vitamin B6
Molasses is the syrup-like byproduct of refined sugarcane or sugar beets. It contains high amounts of vitamin B6, along with many other nutrients (though it's also, obviously, high in sugar).
Swiss chard is a large green vegetable that contains high amounts of biotin, which contributes to strong, healthy hair. It's also rich in antioxidants and can be eaten raw or cooked.
You'll find quite a bit of vitamin B6 in this green fruit.
Garlic
Avocado
Avocados are actually a fruit because they contain a single seed. These buttery-like fruits are savory in taste and are popular on tacos and in salads.
Sesame butter is high in this type of vitamin (which is also found in acorn squash).
Niacin
Vitamin C
Calcium
Thiamine
Thiamine is found in sesame butter -- also known as tahini -- and helps the body convert carbohydrates into energy. Other foods that contain thiamine include peas and navy beans.
Vitamin A is prominent in this light orange fruit.
Peas
Sunflower seeds
Apricots
Apricots contain a lot of vitamin A, which is used to ensure a strong immune system. Vitamin A is also said to promote good eye health and healthy skin.